# How Saddam Seized Power Through Brutal Purges

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Podcast: [Restful History for Sleep](https://stenobird.com/podcast/restful-history-for-sleep-7616376)
Published: 2026-07-17T20:08:00+00:00
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In this episode, we unpack the ruthless strategies employed by Saddam Hussein to consolidate his authority within Iraq. We explore the series of brutal purges that eliminated his political rivals and solidified his grip on power.

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