The Black Hole

by Latif Yahia

Because of his uncanny resemblance to Uday Hussein, Yahia is forced to work as the double of the despot's son. In 1992 Yahia emerged from behind the walls of the Kingdom of Terror, vowing to settle accounts with the Baghdadi regime. The cat and mouse game that ensued would take him across the breadth of Europe, find him imprisoned in a covert CIA prison, see him survive four assassination attempts and the murder of his beloved Saudi Princess.

224 pages, Hardcover

First published November 20, 2006

About the author

Latif Yahia written a couple of books, the first titled ( I Was Saddam's Son ) in 1994 in German, have sold over one million copies worldwide in twenty languages. and the second ( The devil's double ) in 2003... and his New Book ( THE BLACK HOLE ) in 2006-2007 This Book has been banned in Books Stores in USA and IRELAND and he LIVE THERE, and all because hi didn't say nice things about The American CIA ..
Latif Yahia has earned a PhD in International Law and has studied Psychology,
Latif Yahia now lives in Ireland with his Irish wife and children, after fifteen years apart he is now reunited with his mother and has in his care his brothers two children, their mother was killed in Baghdad during "Shock and Awe".
During the "War on Iraq" Latif was in opposition to the invasion not because of his support for the Hussein Regime on the contrary, but because of the human cost of the conflict and the terrible toll he knew such action would take on Iraq. Having personally met the pre-ordained leaders of the Interim Government of Iraq, Latif knew the corruption and embezzlement that would become the staple of the "New Democracy".
After nearly fifteen years outside Iraq Latif is still stateless, he has not been offered citizenship by any European country, he looks at his position philosophy "I am a citizen of the world" he recently declared when invited to participate in a Peace mission across the Sahara desert.
From: Latif Yahia.
I'm searching for a country that would be wiling to have me and my family, (that doesn't belong to America ,I mean the government not the people) I am not seeking special treatment; we just wish to live a quiet and peaceful life without harassment. Any offers? Contact me please Sorry, but you must understand how happy in IRELAND ? to make this public,
I work for peace around the world, with people who believe in peace and humanity. I am Fighting for freedom,I am Fighting for free Speech,I am Fighting for people not to be tortured,I am fighting for Justice around the world.
Best regards to all..
Check out my blog at: http://www.latifyahia.net

I work for peace around the world, with people who believe in peace and humanity. I am Fighting for freedom,I am Fighting for free Speech,I am Fighting for people not to be tortured,I am fighting for Justice around the world.

Reviews

[Daniel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I gave 5 stars to The Black Hole by Latif Yahia because it gives a rare glimpse into the world of oil, diamonds and real estate and the manipulations of the ones making vast sums of money in these places and to the extent they will go to maintain their positions in the present setup. And this includes murder.

Latif Yahia saw early that the Bush-Cheney Gambit to make themselves immensely rich by substituting CIA puppets for Saddam was going to fail. Latif wanted none of it and got put into the black hole by the Bush Doctrine that maintained there was no neutral ground and you were either for us or against us.

Latif writes about MI5 and MI6 and I have also written about them in my books as well. Most Americans remain ignorant about not only them but world affairs in general. The problem is that this is a world economy today. If you intend to make money today, as Latif illustrates in his book, then you had better know what is going on in this world right now.

Billions of dollars have recently been lost by numerous bankers who remained ignorant of what really was going on in this world. Latif was not one of these and got out of the real estate bubble before it burst.

I've learned a lot from your book, Latif. Thank you for writing it.

Daniel P. Fitzpatrick Jr.

[Cliff · Rating 1 out of 5]

It's frightening to me how few people know that this book, "The Devil's Double", and his original "I Was Saddam's Son" are nothing but fiction. Latif Yahia was never a body double for Uday Hussein. He never met Uday Hussein in his life. The CIA tore down his story and couldn't prove a single claim he ever made. He came up with the idea when fleeing Iraq, he was arrested by Kurdish Peshmerga forces who had mistaken him for Uday. They let him go and he fled to Europe where he desperately sought refugee status. Fearing deportation, he made up every lie imaginable including that he was Uday's body double and wrote this book during those years. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Latif_Y...

His wife divorced him for this lie about being Uday's body double https://www.theguardian.com/global/20...

Latif Yahya has a YouTube channel dedicated to praising Saddam Hussein and his government and family. https://www.youtube.com/@LatifYahiaOf... Doesn't sound like a "tortured forced body double" to me.

[linda christoffer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting story

Interesting story. Just confirms my view of some middle Eastern politics. However, the anger the writer exudes at other counties is off putting. He has been put through a great deal but has also had some talents and good fortune for which he doesn’t seem grateful. It was an interesting read for the most part but towards the end was too much politics.

[Aurora Leos · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fascinating read...

This is the the continuation of his first book, "the devils double". Latif Yahia's life is an example of the fighting spirit of the struggle to survive, no matter what country we choose to live in. I admire his courage. Also I can appreciate and respect the love he harbors for the land of his birth. A very enjoyable read. I recommend reading both books.

[Heather G · Rating 5 out of 5]

No Words

The corruption and immorality in so many governments of so many countries is not shocking but is absolutely tragic. So many lives ruined.

[Roger Charles · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very good true story that reads fast and is hard to put down. Latif shows much courage in his plight to find asylum after running for his life from Iraq and his past. He doesn't always take the hero route as he describes his depression and low points of this journey. Much money is offered but he continues to keep his values when applicable and doesn't sell out. Admiration of his journey is noted.

This work also shows how refuges are treated and much of it is as one would expect - disappointing. This book makes the point, although, they may be refugees they still should be shown human kindness in their difficult plight. All too often this was not the case. Would we do better?

I wish Latif the best as he has certainly suffered many lifetimes of pain and sorrow.

[Michael · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent follow up to The Devil's Double. Following his escape from Iraq, the book follows Latif's journey seeking asylum in Europe whilst still being under close surveillance from the Iraq regime.

I found this book an instant page turner. A very interesting and horrific story. If you enjoyed The Devil's Double I would most definitely recommend this book.

[Rosey Higgins · Rating 4 out of 5]

good book

This book was a quick sequel to the action packed "Devil's Double". Mr. Yahia unfortunately had suffered more than any human should. My hope is that he gained some healing through his writing!

[Tomás Ó Cárthaigh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fast moving book on Latif Yahia.

[Ayman]

very important