The Times of London says that the end is near for the regime.

One interesting quote:

Although Saddam is alleged to have sent death squads southeast of Baghdad to block the retreat of Republican Guards, his commanders may not have dared to report how much punishment they have taken.

This is one of the practical reasons not to be a brutal dictator. When you always shoot the messenger, you're bound to live a life of delusion, because no one will be willing to acquaint you with reality.