Uday Hussein

Notable Trials

As the eldest son of Saddam Hussein, Uday was groomed from a young age for a prominent role in Iraqi society and politics. He held positions in sports organizations and was involved in business ventures.

Athletes who lost matches under his leadership were often subjected to imprisonment, beatings, and torture. He was accused of serial rape and murder of young women and underage girls. He once bludgeoned his father's favorite bodyguard to death at a party.

Uday was the eldest son of Saddam Hussein and Sajida Talfah. He was the brother of Qusay Hussein, who eventually became Saddam's favored successor. Uday was killed alongside Qusay and his nephew Mustafa.