No, history is not trying to repeati itselfi. This story has nothing to do with Muhammad Saeed Al-Sahhaf, a/k/a "Comical Ali," who continued to broadcast his tale of sweeping Iraqi victories even as Coalition armored units overran the Iraqi capitol.
This is the tail of an unfortunate puppy, now known as Bobe (pronounced "Bobby") who was tragically unable to flea the bombing attack on the Al Baghdadi compound. Found by the side of his deceased birth mother, covered in dust from the explosions, Baghdadi Bobe was rescued by a journalist, and taken for a checkup by the Aleppo Cat Man (who evidently treats dogs as well). So, things appear to be looking up for Bobe, although his new journalist sidekick has mentioned that he could do with a few extra Qirsh to help pay for Bobe's food and care. It will not be surprising if this gives rise to a few "Go Fund Me" campaigns, or whatever the Syrian analog may be.
There is, as yet, no indication whether Bobe can expect to face any infringement campaigns. Muhammad Saeed Al-Sahhaf, following his release by Coalition forces, is thought to have retired from public life and to be living quietly in the United Arab Emirates, where he has reportedly gone years since his last Ba'ath. Still, he does not seem to be the sort to ignore interference with his brand, should Baghdadi Bobe t-shirts, coffee mugs and Internet merchandise become a major financial success.
https://www.cnn.com/2019/11/01/world/bobe-dog-syria-baghdadi-raid-trnd/index.html
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