Erbil Governorate closes restaurant for violating laws after controversy over expensive meal

Erbil Governorate has closed a restaurant that sparked widespread controversy after a video clip was circulated showing it serving a meal for more than $80,000. The governorate explained that the decision was made based on the restaurant’s violation of the laws and its failure to adhere to instructions, in implementation of the directives of the Erbil Governor. The incident was widely criticized on social media platforms due to the exaggerated price.