Based on an analysis of 476 trending X / Twitter posts in Iraq on July 26, 2025, Miqrab AI identified several key narratives dominating the platform. The most prominent theme was the intense public debate and nationalistic anger surrounding the Khor Abdullah maritime waterway dispute with Kuwait, which was significantly inflamed by derogatory remarks made by a Kuwaiti lawyer against Iraqi women. Another major topic was a call for pro-Palestinian solidarity, with activists planning a march in Baghdad to protest the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Discussions also frequently revolved around domestic political issues, including sharp criticism of prominent Iraqi politicians and the judiciary for their roles in the Kuwaiti agreement, alongside conversations about regional events in Syria and preparations for the upcoming Arbaeen pilgrimage.

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

1. Call for Pro-Palestinian March in Baghdad

Iraqi social media accounts called for solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, highlighted by a widely shared post from Muna Sami – Muna Sami (Post Impact: 100%). She announced a mobilization for a march from the Sayed Al-Haleeb area in Baghdad to the Egyptian Embassy to protest the “starvation and genocide” of Palestinians. The post used the hashtags #NoToStarvation and #OpenTheCrossings to urge action. In a separate post, she contrasted images of Israeli children destroying humanitarian aid with Gazan children dying of hunger. Essam Hussein (Post Impact: 10%) commented on the broader regional dynamics, criticizing the Muslim Brotherhood for demanding that Egypt fight Israel while they themselves have taken what he described as “shameful positions” in Syria and Palestine.

2. Khor Abdullah Dispute with Kuwait Dominates Discourse

The Khor Abdullah maritime waterway agreement with Kuwait was the most contentious topic of the day, sparking widespread debate and accusations. Mazen Al-Eshaiker (Post Impact: 71%) highlighted the irony of the situation by posting a picture comparing a Kuwaiti who stated Khor Abdullah is Iraqi with an Iraqi who claimed it is Kuwaiti. Many users, including Yasser Eljuboori – ياسر الجبوري (Post Impact: 11%) and Tamara Alkhazraji (Post Impact: 11%), pointed fingers at Iraqi politicians like Hadi al-Amiri for engineering the deal. Rusly Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 26%) squarely blamed former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, stating, “Behind every disaster, you find Nouri al-Maliki… Nouri is the root of the problems.” Calls for action were also prominent, with former Transport Minister Amer Abduljabbar Ismail (Post Impact: 13%) urging the Prime Minister to implement a Federal Court decision invalidating the agreement by lodging it with the United Nations.

3. Outrage Over Kuwaiti Lawyer’s Insults to Iraqi Women

A significant portion of the online discussion was fueled by anger towards Kuwaiti lawyer Mishari Al-Sanad for comments perceived as insulting to the honor of Iraqi women. Mashan al-Jabouri (Post Impact: 40%) issued a stern warning, stating that while Iraqis might endure many things, they will not remain silent when their women are insulted and will “return the measure twofold.” This sentiment was echoed by Mahdi Majeed (Post Impact: 27%), who publicly challenged the lawyer to provide his address so that Iraqi youth could confront him directly. Other commentators, like Ahmed Al-Thawaq (Post Impact: 24%), linked the lawyer’s audacity to the legacy of Saddam Hussein’s invasion and Iraq’s internal political weaknesses.

4. Politician Faig Alsheakh Ali Defends His Stance on Khor Abdullah

Politician Faig Alsheakh Ali became a central figure in the Khor Abdullah debate, defending his positions amidst criticism. In one post, Faig Alsheakh Ali/My word for history (Post Impact: 45%) stated his professionalism compelled him to trust the testimony of a “heroic general” over that of a “mentally ill, vindictive, opportunist” individual who has a personal dispute with the Supreme Judicial Council. He followed up by addressing personal attacks against him in another post, mentioning he had unfollowed an Iraqi minister for “character assassination.” His comments drew fire, with accounts like Haydar (Post Impact: 12%) questioning why he was attacking MP Amer Abduljabbar, a prominent advocate for Iraq’s position on the waterway, calling him a “sick, vindictive, flaky, social climber.”

5. Apology Campaign for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad

A notable regional trend discussed on Iraqi X was an apology campaign directed at Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. The account Haydar (Post Impact: 37%) reported that participants in this campaign now believe Assad’s approach was correct but that they had been previously misled by “Qatari media that dominates the Arab world.” The conversation about Syria also touched upon ongoing violence and sectarian tensions. Haydar (Post Impact: 16%) reported on the killing of a young Alawite man by Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham militants after he refused to perform a humiliating act, an event that reportedly cast a “pall of grief” over Syria’s coastal region.

6. Return of ISIS Families from Syria’s Al-Hawl Camp

The Iraqi government’s plan to repatriate families of deceased ISIS members from Syria’s Al-Hawl camp generated significant concern. Haydar (Post Impact: 28%) reported that 222 families, comprising 860 individuals, are set to be transferred to the Al-Jada’a camp in Nineveh in the coming days. The post used highly derogatory language to describe the returnees. In a related post, Haydar (Post Impact: 18%) amplified security fears by quoting former Defense Minister Juma Inad, who warned that thousands of ISIS fighters remain across the border and in detention camps, calling the situation a “card intended to threaten Iraq only.”

7. Joint Sunni-Shiite Prayer Held in Karbala Amid Arbaeen Preparations

As preparations for the annual Arbaeen pilgrimage intensify, a unified Sunni-Shiite prayer service was held at the Imam Husayn Shrine in Karbala. Haydar (Post Impact: 30%) reported that the prayer was part of the “Nidaa Al-Aqsa” (Call of Al-Aqsa) conference, which annually hosts delegations from around the world. The spirit of service for the pilgrimage was also highlighted, with accounts like Safaa Al-Asadi (Post Impact: 7%) and Alaa Alabadi (Post Impact: 8%) sharing images of the Sadr family’s guesthouse in Al-Hanana being prepared to welcome and serve pilgrims.

8. Citizen Arrested After Questioning Basra Governor

The arrest of a citizen in Basra for questioning an elected official sparked a conversation about freedom of expression. Radhy Al-Ardhalji (Post Impact: 24%) reported that Alaa Al-Bakhatri was arrested after publicly asking the Governor of Basra about his achievements. The post alleged the governor retaliated by using his influence with judges and police officers to have him detained. The incident added to existing tensions surrounding Basra, which was also a target of insults from the Kuwaiti lawyer Mishari Al-Sanad, who, according to _. suhair Al_jumaili (Post Impact: 10%), described the people of Basra as “scoundrels and fools.”

9. Iraqi Judiciary’s Role in Khor Abdullah Criticized

The Iraqi judiciary, and specifically the President of the Supreme Judicial Council, Faiq Zidan, faced scrutiny for its handling of the Khor Abdullah issue. The account _. suhair Al_jumaili (Post Impact: 14%) shared a video claiming that former officials accused Zidan of being “negligent and complacent” in the case, promoting the hashtag #Faiq_Zidan_is_a_traitor. In a contrasting post, Shaho Al-Qaradaghi (Post Impact: 20%) shared a direct quote from Zidan, in which he affirmed that “the Iraqi judiciary will remain a bulwark against all manifestations of injustice, protecting the weak.”

10. Wasit Governor’s Resignation and Return Debated

The political situation in Wasit province became a talking point following reports about its governor. Dr. Ahmed Al-Abbasi (Post Impact: 16%) posted a video showing crowds welcoming back the governor, who had previously resigned due to “negligence” following the tragic events in Kut. The post questioned the public’s support, asking, “What about the martyrs? Does only God care for them?” The tragedy in Kut was also referenced by HIBA Alnnayib (Post Impact: 15%), who shared a leaked audio clip allegedly featuring a political candidate callously dismissing the victims of the protests.