The subject matter of media and press freedom is of tremendous interest to states due to the fact it's far associated with the subject of freedom of expression, that is one of the simple human rights. Therefore, countries, especially democratic ones that believe in freedom of expression and thought, have resorted to including freedom of the press in their constitutions, including the constitution of the Republic of Iraq 2005. It stipulates in Article (38) that (the state guarantees what does not violate public order and morals: Second - freedom of the press, printing, media and publishing). However, media freedom cannot be absolute. Therefore, constitutions and laws have resorted to placing some restrictions in order to protect other interests and rights