Based on an analysis of 505 X / Twitter posts trending on March 25, 2025, Miqrab AI found that online conversations in Iraq were dominated by a lecture from influential cleric Muqtada al-Sadr, which achieved the highest engagement. Other major themes included sharp political criticism, with users mocking pro-Iranian accounts for spreading misinformation about advanced weaponry, and robust debates surrounding the historical figure Salah al-Din Ayyubi. Regional politics were also prominent, with significant discussion on protests in Turkey and a US national security leak. Domestically, there was widespread frustration with the performance of the Iraqi national football team, alongside commentary on the ongoing economic collapse of the Iranian currency.

Today’s Top 10 X (Twitter) Trends in Iraq:

1. Muqtada al-Sadr Promotes Quran Lecture Series

The most impactful post of the day came from Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr (Post Impact: 100%), who shared the tenth lecture in his Quranic interpretation series. The post, titled “The Favor of the Almighty and the Effusions of the Foremost,” focused on the chapter of Al-Mursalat. The high engagement reflects Sadr’s significant influence and the close attention his followers pay to his religious teachings and public statements. The post included a video of the lecture, continuing his effort to provide religious guidance directly to his large base of supporters via social media.

2. Mockery of Iranian “Plasma Weapon” Claims

A narrative mocking alleged Iranian military propaganda gained significant traction, led by commentator Rusly Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 23%). He ridiculed a viral Facebook post claiming Iran possesses a “plasma weapon” that is “eight times the speed of light” and questioned the scientific literacy of those promoting it, asking, “First of all, is sound faster than light?!” and “Why does a ‘Walai’ [pro-Iranian loyalist] have to be stupid?” In a separate post (Post Impact: 12%), he referred to the plasma weapon story as “a lie that has filled Facebook.” The posts characterize pro-Iranian accounts as gullible and prone to sharing absurd misinformation to bolster Iran’s image.

3. Heated Debate Over Historical Figure Salah al-Din Ayyubi

The legacy of the 12th-century Muslim leader Salah al-Din Ayyubi became a flashpoint for sectarian and ethnic debate. Abdelrazaq Al-Hayali (Post Impact: 22%) invoked Salah al-Din’s victory over the Fatimid state to criticize what he called “the tails of Iran.” Conversely, Tamara Alkhazraji (Post Impact: 12%) condemned cleric Imad Al-Musafir for calling Salah al-Din a “criminal and a murderer,” contrasting this with the respect he receives in other Arab countries. Meanwhile, Dr. Nayif Kurdistani (Post Impact: 12%) highlighted Salah al-Din’s Kurdish identity, quoting Palestinian poet Moeen Bseiso: “Salah al-Din was a Kurd. When he was victorious, he became an Arab. Had he been defeated, he would have been a Kurdish spy.”

4. Protests Against Erdogan’s Government in Turkey

Several accounts shared videos and commentary on large-scale protests in Turkey against President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s government. Hassan Al-Kabi (Post Impact: 19%) posted footage of demonstrations, cheering on the protesters and expressing support for a potential future president, Imamoglu. In another post (Post Impact: 9%), he stated that large crowds were denouncing Erdoğan’s “crimes and corruption” and demanding his resignation. Analyst Salem Mashkour (Post Impact: 9%) also shared a video of a brawl in the Turkish parliament, sarcastically noting that Erdoğan’s MPs responded to criticism from the opposition with a “democratic” style.

5. US Security Blunder in “Signal Group” Leak

A major security failure within the Trump administration was a key topic of discussion, with users expressing shock at the carelessness of top officials. Liqaa Maki (Post Impact: 21%) described the incident as a “scandal,” stating that the administration now “looks like a group of amateurs who don’t know they are amateurs.” He noted the gravity of the situation, where senior officials in the State Department, intelligence, and defense were part of a Signal group where attack plans were discussed, and none objected until a journalist was added by mistake. Salem Al-Jumaili (Post Impact: 6%) echoed this sentiment, calling it a “dangerous decline in the level of security awareness within the American administration.”

6. Frustration Over National Football Team’s Loss

The Iraqi national football team’s poor performance and loss to Palestine in the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup triggered a wave of anger and disappointment online. Multiple users called for the dismissal of the coach and the football federation leadership. Haider (Post Impact: 9%) questioned the point of keeping the federation and coach after such a failure, demanding a complete restructuring. Zaid Benjamin (Post Impact: 3%) bluntly stated, “Iraq does not deserve to advance to the World Cup finals.” Commentator Dr. Ihssan Al-Shimmari (Post Impact: 5%) drew a parallel between the team and the country’s leadership, saying, “The performance of our national team and the political class are both weak.”

7. Criticism of Syrian Leader Ahmed al-Sharaa (Al-Jolani)

Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, widely known as Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, was the subject of intense criticism. Abdelrazaq Al-Hayali (Post Impact: 22%) posted a picture of al-Jolani, comparing him unfavorably to Salah al-Din and referring to his supporters as followers of Iran. In a poll posted by Dr. Hussein Al-Safi (Post Impact: 12%), “Al-Jolani” was listed as one of the options for “the most insulted person during the holy month of Ramadan.” Haider (Post Impact: 6%) sarcastically posted a fabricated “statement” from “Al-Jolani’s foreign ministry” condemning an Israeli attack, implying his inaction and hypocrisy.

8. Collapse of Iran’s Currency Sparks Concern and Ridicule

The rapid devaluation of the Iranian currency was another major topic, with many users highlighting its collapse as a sign of the regime’s failure. Rusly Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 4%) reported that the toman’s value on the black market had fallen to 104 million per dollar, adding sarcastically that pro-regime loyalists believe this is the “price of ‘victories’.” Similarly, Yasser Eljuboori (Post Impact: 3%) pointed out the severity of the economic crisis by comparing the current exchange rate to that of Iraq under Saddam Hussein. Dr. Zaid Abdulwahab Al-A’adhami (Post Impact: 3%) also described the currency’s fall as a “historic collapse.”

9. Conditions of Foreign vs. Local Populations in Syria

A stark contrast was drawn between the living conditions of foreign fighters in Syria and the native Syrian population, sparking outrage. Haider (Post Impact: 25%) shared a video and noted that while many Syrians are forced to beg for money outside their country, “Uzbek, Turkestani, and Chechen elements are living a life of luxury in occupied Syria.” This sentiment was shared by Hassan Al-Kabi (Post Impact: 2%), who stated that native Syrians are living in the “fifth class” while foreign fighters enjoy “first class luxury.” The posts highlight a sense of injustice and resentment over the situation in Syria.

10. Iran’s World Cup Qualification Celebrated

While some users focused on negative news from Iran, others celebrated the qualification of its national football team for the World Cup. Issam Hussein (Post Impact: 14%) congratulated the “Iranian team, our brother in faith,” for reaching the finals for the seventh time. The account Huroof Sumeria (Post Impact: 4%) also shared the news of the qualification. This positive sporting achievement was contrasted by Abu Mzeal (Post Impact: 4%), who listed Iran’s achievements, including making missiles, nuclear technology, and qualifying for the World Cup, to criticize those who boycott its goods.