[Sapper26]

I know it's a custom to kiss on the cheek, Mr. Hussein, but why do I have to kiss you on THAT pair of cheeks.

[weegee]

I know it's a custom to kiss on the cheek, Mr. Hussein, but why do I have to kiss you on THAT pair of cheeks.

Actually, Saddam's custom is to have people kiss him in the armpits (no joke).

I've also heard it's his custom to extend his hands in such a way that the visiting party is put into a submissive position to his dominant one.