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husain

/huːˈseɪn/

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noun

/huːˈseɪn/B2formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к распространённой арабской фамилии или имени, особенно связанное с историческими и политическими деятелями на Ближнем Востоке.

A proper noun referring to a common Arabic surname or given name, notably associated with historical and political figures in the Middle East.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Iraqi leaderB2formal

    An Iraqi political and military leader who served as President of Iraq from 1979 until 2003, known for the Iran-Iraq War and the invasion of Kuwait.

    ruИракский лидер

    • Saddam Husain was captured by U.S. forces in 2003.
    • The regime of Husain was marked by authoritarian rule.
    • Husain's invasion of Kuwait triggered the Gulf War.

    Synonymssaddam

  2. B2formal

    The King of Jordan from 1952 to 1999, recognized for his efforts to maintain stability in the region and pursue peace with Israel.

    ruКороль Иордании

    • King Husain of Jordan was a key figure in Middle Eastern diplomacy.
    • Under Husain's rule, Jordan experienced relative stability.
    • Husain signed a peace treaty with Israel in 1994.