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TechWhy has Iraq decided to ban online map service Waze?

Iraq plans to block Waze in early 2027 because the navigation app was developed in Israel, Communications Minister Mustafa Sanad said. Officials point users to Google Maps and a locally developed alternative, while the ban’s legal basis and enforcement remain unclear.

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AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-10-09 07:48Original

Why has Iraq decided to ban online map service Waze?
Why has Iraq decided to ban online map service Waze?Tech