Saddam Hussein

“ If we were to lose our people in Kurdistan, we would suffer a real loss. But ten, a hundred or any number of people in the high mountains standing against the Revolution is of no importance. There have been large numbers of deceived people in the high mountains before, together with traitors and conspirators, but they were unable to stop the march of the Revolution. If we were, however, to lose our people in the Kurdistan Autonomous Area, even if there were not a single armed opponent in the mountains or along the borders, we would be defeated. ”

“ We like the mountain in the northern part of the country not merely because it is part of Iraq, but primarily because our people live there. We defend the mountain in order to defend our people and this is the way we must approach the issue. Those who defend the mountain but oppress their people cannot be victorious. While defending the mountain, it should be made clear that you are essentially defending the people who live there. ”

“ Militants should be vigilant and cautious, without being vain. The comrades assembled here have already heard me in the past speak about confidence in the future at a time when the rebellion in the mountains was strong and the reactionary forces in the area were preparing their antagonistic schemes from stronger positions. ”