S.Z.: What about the trial of Saddam Hussein?

M.H.: It is the exact opposite. The trial focuses on a small part of the criminal record of the Iraqi regime, and the Iraqi population feels highly emotional about it.

But it is not possible to perceive the dimensions of the Iraqi rule of terror in the trial.

I think it is all about justifying the United States' invasion of Iraq and to string Saddam Hussein up sooner rather than later without asking too many questions.

From an interview with Marc Henzelin, a Swiss lawyer who declined to represent Saddam Hussein in his upcoming trial.

This is a test for all of us. The strength of Saddam Hussein's defense and the fairness of his trail will be a measure of our civilization. Are we humans standing behind the rule of law, or are we blood thirsty animals howling for revenge?