(CPOD) Dec. 21, 2003 - Many British citizens believe Saddam Hussein should face justice through a court convened by a new Iraqi government, according to a poll by ICM Research. 59 per cent of respondents say a domestic tribunal set up with some international representation should be in charge of judging the deposed Iraqi leader.

Coalition soldiers captured Hussein in Adwar --near his hometown of Tikrit-- on Dec. 13. The deposed leader was found in a camouflaged, ventilated "spider hole."

Several questions remain regarding a possible trial. U.S. President George W. Bush suggested the "ultimate penalty" if Hussein is convicted of war crimes, but UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan claimed the world organization "does not support the death penalty." 50 per cent of respondents say capital punishment should be considered.

The death penalty was abolished in Britain in 1965. On Dec. 15, British foreign secretary Jack Straw said the government would not support the execution of Hussein.

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Which of the following do you think should try Saddam Hussein?

If a court finds Saddam Hussein guilty of crimes against humanity, should he face the death penalty or imprisonment?

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