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June 05, 2003

Saddam's Ex-Wife Seeks Asylum in England

Saddam Hussein's ex-wife and his two daughters are reportedly planning to seek asylum in Britain - and want to live in Leeds.
They chose the West Yorkshire city because Saddam's cousin already lives there - and want to bring ten of Saddam's grandchildren with them.

But the Home Office said their bid will fail.

"There is no question of any member of Saddam's family being allowed into Britain to claim asylum," a spokesman said.

The ex-wife, Sajida, is the mother of Uday and Qusay.

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Posted By Michele Catalano at June 5, 2003 07:06 AM | TrackBack

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I once threatened to hit a guy 'so hard it would kill his whole family'. Maybe this would be a good time to try it out..... :)

Posted by: Jeff B at June 5, 2003 08:12 AM

"There is no question of any member of Saddam's family being allowed into Britain to claim asylum," a spokesman said.

They'll have to change some legislation to stop them then.

we're already overloaded with Ex Taliban soldiers who are claiming asylum

Posted by: Big E at June 5, 2003 08:35 AM

His last words to her were; "I promise the check is in the mail...".

Posted by: devils chewtoy at June 5, 2003 08:38 AM

Might take a closer look.......it could be Sodom and his sons in drag.

Posted by: Jeff B at June 5, 2003 09:12 AM

she's just as guilty as her sons, and I bet she was a proud mother when times were 'good"

Posted by: Bubba at June 5, 2003 06:16 PM

Send 'em to france.

Posted by: Doktorbob at June 5, 2003 08:17 PM

Send 'em to france.

Posted by: Doktorbob at June 5, 2003 08:17 PM

Im with sending them to france

Posted by: raymond at June 12, 2003 11:12 AM