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hussein

/huːˈseɪn/

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noun

/huːˈseɪn/B2formal
  • ruИмя собственное, обозначающее распространённое арабское личное имя и фамилию, особенно ассоциирующееся с историческими и политическими деятелями Ближнего Востока.

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

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Saddam HusseinB2formal

    The former president of Iraq who led the country from 1979 to 2003, known for the Iran-Iraq War and the invasion of Kuwait which triggered the Gulf War.

    ruСаддам Хусейн

    • Saddam Hussein was captured by U.S. forces in 2003.
    • The regime of Saddam Hussein was marked by conflict and sanctions.
    • Historians continue to debate the legacy of Saddam Hussein.
  2. King Hussein of JordanB2formal

    The King of Jordan from 1952 to 1999, recognized for maintaining stability in his country and pursuing peace with Israel.

    ruКороль Хусейн Иорданский

    • King Hussein played a key role in the Middle East peace process.
    • Under King Hussein, Jordan became a stable and modern nation.
    • King Hussein's diplomacy helped bridge divides in the region.
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