In a recent testimony on the program 'Witness to the Era,' former Iraqi intelligence chief Fadhel Al-Azzawi recounted the dramatic story of Hussein Kamel, Saddam Hussein's son-in-law, who fled to Jordan in 1995. Kamel, who had previously held a prominent position as the Iraqi Minister of Industrialization, escaped with his family amid rising tensions with Saddam's son, Uday. Al-Azzawi explained that Kamel's departure was perceived as a betrayal, primarily fueled by disputes over oil exports and personal interests between Kamel and Uday.
After fleeing, Kamel faced challenges in Jordan, including being asked to leave by King Hussein due to his behavior. Eventually, he sought refuge in the Iraqi embassy, where he negotiated a return to Iraq under the condition of a public pardon from Saddam. Although the president agreed, the matter was left to tribal justice. Upon their return, Kamel and his family were placed under surveillance, leading to their execution, which Al-Azzawi described as a 'senseless massacre.' This account highlights the complex dynamics of loyalty and betrayal within Saddam's regime, as well as the tragic fate of those who fell out of favor.
