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| | Tuesday, 15 October, 2002, 12:02 GMT 13:02 UK In pictures: Iraqi referendum Iraqis are voting in a referendum on whether or not to give President Saddam Hussein another seven-year term. The outcome is widely expected to be a landslide victory for Saddam - support he needs as the US threatens military action unless it is convinced Iraq is disarmed.  Some Saddam supporters voted yes in blood  The president's powerful cousin, Ali Hasan al-Majid, led the way  Children took part in rallies as voting continued  Even ballot boxes were adorned with pictures of Saddam Hussein  Women and men had to vote separately  Sweets and pastries are being handed out and correspondents report a holiday-like atmosphere | |
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