Iraq: Ministry of Communications investigation into Telegram
Progress
Current status
in force
12 Aug 2023 in force
06 Aug 2023 under investigation
Scope
Implementers
Iraq
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Data protection regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
messaging service provider
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
central government
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Issued MOC decision to lift blocking order against Telegram
On 12 August 2023, Iraq's Ministry of Communications (MOC) announced that the suspension of the Telegram app in Iraq will be lifted on 13 August 2023 based on the Prime Minister's instructions and the company's response and cooperation. The suspensi…
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
central government
Issued MOC ruling blocking access to Telegram
On 6 August 2023, Iraq’s Ministry of Communications (MOC) announced it had issued an order blocking Telegram in the country. This measure was taken based on concerns over the protection of users’ personal data and national security. In particular, t…
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
interim ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
central government