Media Monitoring

CMC Suspends Iraq Al-Hadath Program Over Extortion Allegations

Iraq's Communications Minister Mustafa Sanad said on September 9, 2026 that CMC suspended the "Sawt Al-Sha'ab" program for 90 days and banned its host after he filed an extortion complaint; an integrity court separately confirmed extortion by the channel director.

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Iraqi Delegation Offers Condolences In Erbil

An Iraqi government and parliamentary delegation visited Erbil to offer condolences to Kurdistan Region leadership on the death of Abdul Wahab Barzani.

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Earthlink Launches Summer Training Program With Baghdad University

Earthlink conducted a summer training program with Baghdad University's College of Excellence, engaging students in learning and practical experience.

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MP Al-Yasiri Meets Justice Minister With Nahrawān Delegation

MP Dr. Hayam Al-Yasiri met the Justice Minister at the ministry headquarters with a delegation of Nahrawān district notables.

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Zain Iraq Launches New Kaffoo Monthly Package At 40,000 Dinars

Zain Iraq introduced a new monthly "Kaffoo" package on September 9, 2026 at 40,000 dinars, offering 160,000 dinars doubled credit, free social media access, 1,000 local SMS, and bonus content, with additional 32,000 dinars credit for app-based subscriptions.

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CMC Board Directs Local Email Launch And Starlink Delivery Acceleration

Iraq's Communications and Media Commission said on September 8, 2026 its executive board directed activation of a local email system by mid-September, ordered acceleration of Starlink device deliveries, and advanced draft regulations on dummy SIM cards and drones toward formal approval.

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