Izzat Ibrahim al-Douri

Iraqi field marshal and politician

Izzat Ibrahim al-Douri - Leaders & Politicians born July 1st, 1942
Born
Died

2020
6 years ago — 78 years old

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Leaders & Politicians

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Iraq

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Born in 1942, this individual served as a prominent field marshal in Iraq's military and held significant political influence under the regime of Saddam Hussein. He played a major role in the Ba'ath Party and was instrumental in various military and political decisions during his tenure. After the fall of Saddam Hussein's government in 2003, he remained in hiding as a key figure in the former regime. His activities following the regime's collapse were focused on organizational efforts supporting the insurgency in Iraq against coalition forces. He was noted for his loyalty to Hussein and was considered one of the last high-ranking officials still operating in Iraq after the regime's demise.

Served as Deputy Chairman of the Revolutionary Command Council

Played a key role in the Ba'ath Party's leadership

Participated in military operations during the Iran-Iraq War

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