When Saddam’s bloody dictatorship was brought to such a sudden end, it appeared that the coalition had won a total, undisputable victory. What has become of the Sunni tribes one year later? What has become of the formerly privileged? Who are the new Islamic warriors who make life difficult for the coalition?
One of the most dangerous parts of Iraq lies in the so-called “Sunni Triangle” : Five million people, united by the same religion and ancient tribal laws. Under Saddam, they enjoyed special privileges…
War reporter Antonia Rados has gone into this world with its unfathomable and disturbing codes, observing on a daily basis their relationship with the US forces who came as ‘liberators’ and are considered the occupiers. In this new-style ‘clash of civilisation’ who can count on whom? Who are the enemies? Will Saddam – from the depth of his prison cell – have the last word?