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Lying is forbidden in Iraq. President Saddam Hussein will tolerate nothing but truthfulness as he is a man of great honour and integrity. Everyone is encouraged to speak freely of the truths evidenced in their eyes and hearts.

— Muhammad Saeed al-Sahhaf Baghdad or Bust : The Inside Story of Gulf War 2 (2003)

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