Qusay was a prominent figure in Iraq, known for being the son of former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein. He held significant power within the Iraqi government and military, serving as the Deputy Commander of the Republican Guard. Qusay was involved in various aspects of the regime's operations, including security and intelligence. In 2003, during the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq, Qusay was one of the key targets. He was killed in a raid by American forces in July of that year, along with his brother Uday Hussein. His death marked a significant moment in the collapse of Saddam's regime.