Based on an analysis of 467 Facebook posts trending on March 3, 2025, Miqrab AI identified several key narratives dominating social media in Iraq. The most engaging topics were cultural, centered around the popularity of new Ramadan television series, which sparked widespread discussion and praise. Political discourse was also prominent, with sharp criticism directed at former Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi and ongoing communications from the office of Muqtada al-Sadr. High-impact humanitarian stories, such as the rescue of an elderly woman, captured significant attention, alongside breaking news about archaeological discoveries, weather forecasts, and the death of a well-known religious chanter. Conversations also revolved around controversial statements by political figures and the spread and subsequent debunking of rumors regarding public sector salaries.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Popularity of Ramadan TV Series Captivates Audiences

With the start of Ramadan, discussions about new Iraqi television series dominated Facebook feeds, generating significant engagement. The series “Qat Ahmar 5” received particular attention, with posts from actor Ahmed Waheed – Ahmed Waheed (Post Impact: 43%) and praise from political analyst Ehsan Al-Shammari (Post Impact: 42%), who thanked the show’s cast and crew, stating, “The chaos will end and we will reclaim Iraq no matter how long it takes.” A survey by the page Yalla Yalla (Post Impact: 14%) found that “Bayt al-Teen,” “Kammamat Watan,” and “Al-Ashreen” were among the most-watched series by Iraqi youth. The page quoted viewers praising the shows’ realism and production quality, with one person saying of “Kammamat Watan,” “it was able to embody our reality in the best way, in terms of script, direction, and acting.”

2. Political Criticism Targets Former PM Mustafa Al-Kadhimi

Former Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi was the subject of sharp criticism and political analysis across several highly engaged Facebook pages. Independent MP Mustafa Sanad – Mustafa Sanad (Post Impact: 40%) posted a video simply titled, “To Al-Kadhimi without greetings.” Meanwhile, analyst Dr. Hamid Abdullah (Post Impact: 5%) posted a “riddle” questioning the motives behind recent claims that Iran had warned Al-Kadhimi of an Israeli plot against him. Journalist Steven Nabil :: Steven Nabil (Post Impact: 6%) shared comments from politician Adnan Al-Zarfi, who highlighted “major problems at SOMO in oil exporting and smuggling” and noted that American advice to Iraq was to remove interference from SOMO and the Central Bank.

3. Muqtada al-Sadr’s Ramadan Messages and Q&A Sessions

The office of Muqtada al-Sadr was highly active, sharing his statements and religious guidance for the month of Ramadan. The Private Office of His Eminence Sayyid Muqtada al-Sadr (Post Impact: 27%) republished a message from his personal account on the “X” platform. The page also posted his answers to questions from followers for the third night of Ramadan, a regular feature during the holy month. In a related post, Markaz Al-I’lam Al-Iraqi (Post Impact: 2%) reported on a statement by al-Sadr offering to provide iftar meals for anyone unable to afford food for themselves or their families, stating, “I would be honored to provide this service to them.”

4. Influencer Ali Athab Shares Update on Rescued Dr. Nidal

A humanitarian story covered by media personality Ali Athab – Ali Athab (Post Impact: 100%) garnered immense engagement, providing an update on the case of Dr. Nidal, an elderly woman whose plight he had previously highlighted. In a video reel, Athab shared that Dr. Nidal is now safe and comfortable in the “Dar Balwalidayn Ihsana” elderly care home. He conveyed her greetings to his followers and expressed his gratitude, stating, “Thank God she is comfortable with us in our home… and we were all a reason, after God, for saving her and preserving her dignity. Thanks be to God.” The post was the single most impactful story of the day, resonating strongly with the public.

5. German Mission Discovers Ancient Industrial City in Warka

News of a significant archaeological discovery in southern Iraq was shared by multiple pages. According to Al-Khowa Al-Nadheefa (Post Impact: 15%) and Baghdad (Post Impact: 2%), a German archaeological mission found an industrial city under the ruins of the ancient city of Warka (Uruk). The pages reported that the newly discovered site dates back 5,000 years. The Baghdad page commented on the significance of the find, stating, “This discovery reveals the amazing development of civilization in Mesopotamia… History reveals to us once again that Iraq was and still is the cradle of civilizations!”

6. Widespread Forecasts of Heavy Rain Across Iraq

Several pages reported on weather forecasts predicting a significant wave of rain across the country. Al-Khowa Al-Nadheefa (Post Impact: 11%), quoting the meteorological authorities, stated that the peak of the expected rain would be from Thursday until dawn on Friday. Similarly, Diyala Diyala TV (Post Impact: 7%) reported that clouds carrying heavy rain were entering Diyala and would persist for several days. The page Telescope Iraq (Post Impact: 3%) noted the appearance of a rainbow-like halo around the sun in Baghdad, explaining it was caused by ice crystals in the atmosphere and was likely “an indicator of the approaching rainy weather condition.”

7. Death of Munshid Qasim Al-Jamous in Car Accident

The death of religious chanter (Munshid) Qasim Al-Jamous was widely reported by several Iraqi news pages. Markaz Al-I’lam Al-Iraqi (Post Impact: 5%) and Markaz Al-Iraqi Al-Khabari (Post Impact: 5%) announced his passing in a car accident. Al-Jamous was well-known for his popular chant, “Jayinak ala Karbala” (We are coming to you, Karbala). Shabakat Baghdad (Post Impact: 2%) provided more details, stating the accident occurred on the Bloudan road near Damascus.

8. Politician Hamid Al-Hayes’s TV Interview Sparks Controversy

Politician Hamid Al-Hayes generated controversy following a television interview where he discussed his personal life. The page Anbar Mohafazati (Post Impact: 9%) shared a clip from the interview. The page Yalla Yalla (Post Impact: 3%) reported that Al-Hayes boasted about blocking his wife on his phone and expressed his desire to marry a second time, which angered many Iraqi women. The page quoted several women’s reactions, including one from Anbar who said, “The Messenger of God (PBUH) says be kind to women… This is not our character, our customs, or our traditions. Women are the counterparts and supporters of men.”

9. PM Al-Sudani Announces Initiatives on Iraqi Women’s Day

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani’s office shared details of initiatives announced to mark Iraqi Women’s Day. According to the Prime Minister’s official page, Al-Mahندس Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani (Post Impact: 5%), he chaired a meeting of the Higher Council for Women’s Affairs where approval was given to establish a training and development center for women in Sinjar. He also directed the Ministry of Education to open early education (kindergarten) classes for children aged 4-6 to support working mothers. The General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers (Post Impact: 3%) also issued a statement congratulating Iraqi women and reaffirming the government’s commitment to supporting them.

10. Rumors of Salary Cuts for Security Forces are Refuted

A rumor about potential salary cuts for the military and police circulated on Facebook, prompting swift denials. The page Baghdad (Post Impact: 2%) posted a widely circulated claim that Finance Minister Taif Sami was demanding a reduction in salaries for the army and police due to a budget deficit. However, the page Al-Iraq 24 (Post Impact: 4%) issued an urgent clarification, stating, “There is no reduction in your salaries, your salaries are secured and there is no intention to reduce or manipulate them… Your salaries are a red line.” The response aimed to quell anxiety among members of the security forces.