Based on an analysis of 449 Facebook posts trending on September 20, 2025, Miqrab AI found that the key themes in Iraq centered on national pride over a major archaeological discovery, intense political debate surrounding an election boycott campaign, and various social and humanitarian issues. The discovery of a massive Assyrian winged bull in Mosul sparked widespread celebratory commentary about Iraq’s ancient heritage. Simultaneously, a fierce online debate unfolded between supporters of Muqtada al-Sadr’s call to boycott elections and religious and political figures who strongly condemned such actions. Other significant topics included public appeals for missing persons, philanthropic initiatives by public figures, and government announcements regarding labor rights for delivery drivers.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Discovery of Assyrian Winged Bull in Mosul

The most engaging story on Facebook involved the discovery of the largest winged bull in the history of the Assyrian state in Mosul, reportedly standing at a height of six meters. The page Set Ashwaq Um Al Qanooniya (Post Impact: 100%) shared images and expressed immense national pride, stating, “The discovery of the winged bull in Nineveh is not just a stone, it is the voice of our ancestors… Here was the greatest civilization.” The post celebrated Iraq’s rich history and viewed the discovery as a reminder that Iraq is the cradle of civilization, despite attempts to make people forget their past. In contrast, the page Rusly Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 3%) offered a skeptical viewpoint, claiming it is the same winged bull that was discovered in 1993 and is now being re-reported.

2. Heated Debate Over Election Boycott

A significant political debate is raging online regarding boycotting the upcoming elections, largely driven by supporters of Muqtada al-Sadr. Al E’lami Qahtan Adnan (Post Impact: 42%) reported that the Coordination Framework is attacking al-Sadr because of his boycott campaign, hashtagged #مقاطعون (boycotters). Pages like Al Iraqi Al Aseel (Post Impact: 17%) showed supporters in Samawa officially joining the boycott. This has prompted a harsh backlash from other political and religious figures. Multiple pages, including Al Marji’ Ja’far Khanjar (Post Impact: 24%) and Hussam Alhaj (Post Impact: 11%), quoted cleric Yassin al-Moussawi stating that anyone who boycotts the elections or calls for it is “damned,” and considers it a war against the Prophet’s project.

3. Mother’s Appeal for Daughter Missing Since 2016

A widely shared human interest story comes from the page Old Pictures of Iraq (Post Impact: 39%), which posted an appeal from a Tunisian mother searching for her daughter, Fatima Muhammad Ali Ayadi. The post explains that Fatima has been missing in Iraq since 2016. The last known information about her was that she was in Mosul after her husband passed away. The mother, living in Tunisia, shared a photo of her daughter and pleaded with the page’s followers for any information that might lead to finding her, turning the post into a public call for help.

4. Hisham al-Dahabi’s School Renovation Challenge

Humanitarian activist Hisham al-Dahabi (Post Impact: 69%) started a viral “humanitarian challenge” aimed at serving children in Sadr City. In a video, he revisited the primary school classroom he graduated from 43 years ago and pledged to renovate it. He then challenged other well-known figures and celebrities from Sadr City to accept the challenge and do the same for their old classrooms. The initiative was framed as a positive way to give back to the community and improve educational environments for the current generation of students.

5. Tragic Death of Young Worker in Maysan

The page Last Iraqi Events (Post Impact: 36%) shared the tragic story of Ali Faleh Yassin, a young man from Maysan who worked as a restaurant worker to support his family. According to the post, Ali died from an electric shock while at his job. The page lamented his death at a young age, highlighting the grief of his mother who had hoped to see him get married. The narrative focused on the sorrow of a family losing their son, who left for work in the morning but was returned to them in a coffin.

6. Announcement on Renewing Driving Licenses

A public service video from Traffic Awareness (Post Impact: 35%) featured Major General Uday Samir, the Director of General Traffic, explaining the procedures for renewing driving licenses. The post, which received high engagement, directly addresses the public with information regarding the renewal process, indicating significant public interest in administrative and traffic-related procedures. The video aims to clarify the steps citizens need to take to keep their licenses valid, a common concern for drivers across the country.

7. Al-Halbousi Campaigns in Babil Province

The political activities of Mohammed al-Halbousi, President of the Taqaddum Party, were a trending topic. His official page, Mohammad Alhalboosi (Post Impact: 13%), reported on his visit to Babil province, where he delivered a speech to supporters in the Iskandariya district and affirmed his support for party leader Maha al-Janabi. This move was analyzed by commentators like Ahmed Al-Washah (Post Impact: 12%), who noted that al-Halbousi is intelligently filling a political vacuum and expanding his influence into southern provinces like Babil, Wasit, and Basra, potentially taking seats from his rivals.

8. PM Sudani Announces Support for Delivery Drivers

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s initiative to support delivery drivers garnered significant attention. His official page, Al-Mohandes Mohamed Shia Al Sudani (Post Impact: 11%), announced a directive to include delivery drivers under social security and health insurance, compelling companies to register them in Ministry of Labor programs to guarantee their healthcare and retirement rights. The news was also covered by Steven Nabil (Post Impact: 3%), which detailed the 17-point plan that includes forming a union, creating clear contracts, and setting up a government platform for registration.

9. Sadrists Celebrate After Leader’s Death Rumors Denied

Following the spread of rumors about the death of Muqtada al-Sadr, his supporters took to the streets to celebrate after the news was officially denied. Pages like Baghdad (Post Impact: 6%) and Min Baghdad (Post Impact: 3%) shared videos of followers celebrating in the streets of Sadr City. The page Al-Adhamiya News (Post Impact: 4%) explicitly confirmed, “#AbuHashem_is_fine,” and stated there was no truth to the rumors. The celebrations were also used as an opportunity by supporters to renew their call for a boycott of the upcoming elections.

10. Reports on Iran’s New Ballistic Missile Test

Regional security was a topic of discussion, with The Tactical Cell (Post Impact: 15%) reporting that Iran has successfully tested a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). The post cited Iranian MP Mohsen Zanganeh, who announced the successful test on state television. According to the page, this development aligns with previous reports that Iran is developing missiles with a range of 5,500 km or more, giving it the capability to target the entire European continent. The post noted that further tests are planned for the new missile system.