Baghdad court suspends CMC decisions against Korek until final ruling: Source

“Today, Sunday, the Rusafa Court in Baghdad issued an injunction — that is, a temporary order — to suspend the implementation of all previous decisions by the Iraqi Communications Commission against Korek Telecom,” a source told The New Region on the condition of anonymity. 

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Iraqi regulator shuts down Korek offices in Baghdad

Korek Telecom has been embroiled in a legal dispute with the CMC since November 2023.

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‘Illegal, baseless’: Korek CEO slams Baghdad decisions against operator

Speaking to reporters, Sirwan Barzani, CEO of Korek Telecom, said that the CMC’s decision against the operator is “illegal and baseless, and is part of an economic, political, and security war against the Kurdistan Region.”

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Iraq tells Korek users to prepare for verification message halt

In an official document, the body called on Korek SIM card users who rely on their numbers for authentication purposes and logins to social media and other digital platforms “to take the necessary precautions to ensure continued access to their accounts and digital services.”

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Korek says Iraq’s comms regulator lacks authority to suspend operations

Earlier on Sunday, CMC reaffirmed its efforts to suspend the operations of the Kurdistan Region-based Korek Telecom, citing “applicable legislation” as the basis for the move.

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Korek denies reports on resuming services

In September 2024, the CMC announced that they have reached a settlement over Korek’s unpaid financial obligations and debts. Despite this, Korek’s external telecommunications was not restored.

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