2025-03-01T17:54:24+00:00
Shafaq News/ On Saturday, Iraq’s Parliamentary Integrity
Committee accused internet provider EarthLink of generating significant
revenues while causing infrastructure damage in some areas.
In a statement, the committee alleged that the company’s
operations have contributed to the deterioration of Baghdad’s infrastructure
despite government efforts to improve public services. “We are witnessing systematic
destruction that threatens vital projects and represents a waste of public
funds.”
The committee reportedly plans to summon municipal and
service authorities next week, accusing them of enabling EarthLink through lax
oversight and improperly granted licenses. It also cited information from the
Minister of Communications indicating that EarthLink’s annual revenues reach
600 billion dinars (approximately $460 million), excluding alleged illicit
earnings from dealings with service authorities.
Details of the company’s contract with the ministry will be
disclosed soon.
“We will not tolerate those responsible for the
disfigurement of Baghdad and the destruction of its streets and neighborhoods,”
the Committee asserted. “This matter will be pursued seriously to hold those
accountable for the misuse of public funds and damage to the capital’s
infrastructure.”
The accusations follow a December 11, 2023, court ruling
that revoked EarthLink’s license, granted by the Communications and Media
Commission in violation of a Federal Supreme Court decision.
Last month, the committee announced scrutinizing telecom
operators Asiacell and Zain Iraq following the Communications and Media
Commission (CMC)’s punitive action against Korek Telecom, warning against
regulatory manipulation and financial mismanagement.