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Tuesday, November 29, 2005

The Scotsman - International - World wants a suit like Saddam

"World wants a suit like Saddam

ALLAN HALL

SADDAM Hussein's dapper courtroom suit is proving to be a goldmine for the man who made it. Ever since the deposed Iraqi leader stepped into the dock, business for its Istanbul-based maker has been on the increase.

'It is incredible,' said Recep Cesur, a Kurd, who has been tailor to the tyrant for many years. 'He is proving to be fantastic publicity for me.'

Saddam was not known for his fair treatment of Kurds, exposing them to gassing and imprisonment. But Mr Cesur's skills with the scissors meant he was one Kurd who was always welcome in Saddam's palaces."

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