Iraqi Officials: Top Saddam Hussein Aide Killed by Anti-Insurgent Forces
A top aide of former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein has been killed during fighting against Sunni insurgent forces, senior Iraqi officials claimed Friday, in a potential blow to factions opposing the government in Baghdad.
But previous reports over the years about the death of Izzat Ibrahim al-Douri have proven wrong. Iraqi officials said a DNA analysis of the body was planned.
If true, however, the killing of Douri could mark a major gain against Sunni factions that have made apparent alliances with the Islamic State against the Shiite-led government of Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi.
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