Saddam genocide trial postponed
2006-10-31 23:14
Baghdad - A judge trying Saddam Hussein
for genocide against ethnic Kurds adjourned proceedings for a
week on Tuesday until November 7.
Saddam is due to hear a verdict and a possible death
sentence in a separate trial, for crimes against humanity
involving Shi'ites, on November 5.
But, the chief prosecutor has said Sunday's session may be
delayed, pushing it until after the November 7 United States congressional
elections. Saddam, 69, could be hanged if convicted.
- Reuters