Iraq is a country in Western Asia, bordered by Turkey to the north, Iran to the east, Kuwait to the southeast, Saudi Arabia to the south, Jordan to the southwest, and Syria to the west. It has a rich history that dates back to ancient civilizations, including Mesopotamia, often referred to as the “Cradle of Civilization.” The capital city is Baghdad, which was historically a center of learning and culture. Iraq’s landscape is characterized by the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, and it has significant oil reserves, making it an important player in the global energy market. The country has faced various challenges, including political instability, conflict, and economic issues, particularly in the 21st century, leading to a complex and dynamic socio-political environment.
Infrastructure and Major Service Providers Iraq’s internet infrastructure has expanded significantly since the early 2000s, though much of the core network remains under government ownership. The Ministry of Communications (MoC) controls the national fiber-optic backbone and international gateways, leasing bandwidth to private ISPs trade.gov. Iraq is connected via terrestrial fiber links to all six neighboring…
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