He refused to deal with any of Iraq's ministers attempting to compromise the security of the country during the exile[5] of Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and his declaration of martial law.

[6][7] However, Saad attended Jaber's funeral in a wheelchair, and his continued health problems caused some to question his ability to rule.

Some members of the National Assembly expressed concern that Saad would not be able to deliver the two-line oath of office, scheduled for 24 January 2006.

[citation needed] On 24 January 2006, the National Assembly voted Saad out of office, moments before an official letter of abdication was received.

[10] Saad died on 13 May 2008, aged 78, at Shaab Palace in Kuwait City from a heart attack[11] and was buried in Sulaibikhat Cemetery.