Saddam Hussein

Iraqi dictator

Contemporary influential 138 sayings

Sayings by Saddam Hussein

I am a simple peasant from a simple village. I have no ambition for power.

1970s — Interview with a Western journalist
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

We will fight them house to house, street to street, until they are defeated.

2003 — Speech on the eve of the 2003 invasion
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

The Iraqi people are a great people. They will overcome all challenges.

1990s — Speech
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

I believe in Arab unity.

1970s — Speech
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

The embargo is a crime against humanity.

1990s — Speech protesting UN sanctions
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

We will liberate Jerusalem.

1980s — Speech
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

I am a strong leader. I make decisions for the good of my people.

Early 2000s — Interview
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

The United States is the Great Satan.

1990s — Speech
Strange & Unusual Confirmed

We will never forget our martyrs.

1980s — Speech
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

I am ready to die for my country.

2006 — Statement during his trial
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

The West wants to destroy Iraq.

1990s — Speech
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

We will build a strong Iraq.

1970s — Speech
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

The American soldiers are cowards.

2003 — Speech on Iraqi television
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

I am a true Arab.

1990s — Interview
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

Victory is near.

2003 — Speech on the eve of the 2003 invasion
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

We are ready to sacrifice our souls, our children, and our families so as not to give up Iraq.

1990 — Speech before the Gulf War
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

I am not afraid of death. Do you think I am afraid of death?

2003 — Interview before his capture
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

The truth is stronger than the sword.

2004 — During trial
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

I am still the president of Iraq.

2003 — After being captured by U.S. forces
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

We will burn half of Israel if they attack us.

1982 — Speech during Iran-Iraq War
Controversial Unverifiable