Via Dana Taib Menmy in newarab.com: Iraq’s media regulator has banned the broadcast of the historical drama Muawiya during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan on the Saudi Arabian television channel MBC Iraq, citing concerns that it could incite sectarian tensions. The Iraqi Media and Communications Commission (CMC) announced the decision on Saturday, stating that it was exercising its legal authority to regulate the countrys media sector. The broadcast of historically controversial content may provoke sectarian debates, which could threaten social harmony and disrupt the fabric of society, particularly during Ramadan, the commission said in a statement. Muawiya explores the life of Umayyad Caliph Muawiya ibn Abi Sufyan, who played a central role in the First Fitna—the civil war that followed the assassination of Caliph Uthman ibn Affan in the 7th century. Despite the Iraqi ban, Muawiya is set to air during Ramadan on MBCs main channels, ensuring its availability to audiences across the region.
