Based on an analysis of 524 X / Twitter posts by Miqrab AI on September 25, 2025, the primary narratives in Iraq revolve around a landmark oil agreement between the federal government and the Kurdistan Region, which was hailed as a historic achievement by officials but viewed with skepticism by some commentators. Significant regional discourse focused on controversies surrounding Syrian leader Abu Mohammad al-Jolani’s international appearances and a divisive event in Beirut commemorating the late Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, which drew both praise and condemnation. Domestically, high-engagement posts highlighted the use of sophisticated “electronic farms” by militias for social media manipulation, alongside praise for philanthropic figures. Other prominent topics included commentary on statements by former US President Donald Trump, the anniversary of the Kurdish independence referendum, and reports of an unprecedented summons of US military generals.

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

1. Baghdad and Kurdistan Reach “Historic” Oil Agreement

A major topic of discussion was the announcement of a “historic agreement” between the federal government in Baghdad and the Kurdistan Regional Government. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohamed Shia Al Sudani (Post Impact: 75%) declared that after 18 years, the Federal Ministry of Oil will now receive and export crude oil from fields in Kurdistan via the Iraqi-Turkish pipeline, ensuring fair wealth distribution. Similarly, KRG Prime Minister Masrour Barzani (Post Impact: 23%) described the deal as the “result of tireless efforts” that will reconnect the region to global oil markets. Bangen Rekani (Post Impact: 22%) praised the leadership of both Al-Sudani and Barzani for overcoming numerous obstacles to reach the agreement. However, Rafid Jaboori (Post Impact: 12%) offered a more critical perspective, suggesting Baghdad agreed to Kurdish and Turkish terms due to US pressure, including covering the costs of foreign companies in the region.

2. Commemoration of Hassan Nasrallah Divides Opinion

An event in Beirut where images of the late Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah were projected onto the Raouche Rock sparked widespread and polarized reactions. Supporters like Ahmad Abdul Sada (Post Impact: 36%) described being among crowds chanting “Shia.. Shia” and called it a moment of asserting identity against those trying to suppress it. Issam Hussein (Post Impact: 40%) posted from the shrine of Nasrallah, expressing defiance. Conversely, critics widely condemned the event. Faig Alsheakh Ali/My Word for History (Post Impact: 40%) mocked the effort, stating that after 43 years of talking about liberating Jerusalem, they ended up “liberating” the Raouche Rock in a “pathetic, silly, and trivial display.” Tamara Alkhazraji (Post Impact: 24%) shared a photo from the gathering with a derogatory comment. Adding to the controversy, Rusly Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 22%) reported that Lebanese authorities arrested those responsible for the display.

3. Controversy Surrounds Abu Mohammad al-Jolani’s UN Appearance

The presence of Syrian leader Abu Mohammad al-Jolani at the UN General Assembly generated significant controversy. Issam Hussein (Post Impact: 55%) highlighted the “rare” moment of seeing al-Jolani, whom he labeled a “rapist,” sitting face-to-face with Yazidi survivor Nadia Murad, listening to her testimony about the crimes committed against thousands of women in Iraq and Syria. In a separate but related story, Hydar (Post Impact: 53%) shared a video of Syrians in New York welcoming al-Jolani while issuing threats against the Druze community, which reportedly contributed to Druze demands for self-determination. The same account, Hydar (Post Impact: 31%), also noted that Zainab Jawad referred to al-Jolani as “President Ahmed the Conqueror.” Mashan al-Jabouri (Post Impact: 18%) described the welcome in New York as a moment where “exile embraced the homeland.”

4. Praise for Sheikh Sultan’s Philanthropic Work

A widely shared post from Faig Alsheakh Ali/My Word for History (Post Impact: 100%) praised the generosity and dedication of a figure referred to as “Sheikh Sultan.” The account relayed a story from an elderly Iraqi widow who said her family lives off support from “Sheikh Sultan’s Orphan Care Fund.” The post expressed admiration for the Sheikh, highlighting not only his charity but also his continued efforts in research and writing despite his advanced age, calling him a “great man” and marveling at his resilience in the face of trials and hardships.

5. Report on “Electronic Farms” Used for Propaganda in Iraq

Othman Al-Mokhtar (Post Impact: 74%) published a detailed post about the use of “Phone Farms” in Iraq, which he calls the “second generation of electronic farm systems.” He described these setups, which can manage up to 25,000 fake accounts on various social media platforms, as being used for offensive or defensive commentary, spreading rumors, and creating fake engagement. According to the post, these systems entered Iraq via Sulaymaniyah, with parts imported from China. Al-Mokhtar claims that militias such as Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq and Kata’ib Hezbollah are the most prominent owners of these farms, while other political offices, like those of Nuri al-Maliki and Abu Alaa al-Walai, pay for their services. He concludes that even Iraqis’ social media spaces are being manipulated to “impose a false reality.”

6. Viral Video of Child Abuse in Saudi Arabia Circulates

A post by the account Hydar (Post Impact: 58%) shared a video described as “shocking” and the “most circulated in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.” The post states that the video shows the group sexual harassment of a child and includes calls for authorities to intervene. The content of the post focused on drawing attention to the disturbing nature of the video and the public outcry it was generating within Saudi Arabia.

7. Donald Trump’s Comments on Foreign Policy Stir Discussion

Statements by former U.S. President Donald Trump on foreign policy were a recurring topic. Hydar (Post Impact: 33%) shared a clip where Trump is quoted as telling Turkish President Erdogan that he is “responsible for Syria” and that the fall of Bashar al-Assad was a “victory for Turkey.” This was interpreted by Sufian Al-Samarrai (Post Impact: 18%) as Trump mocking Turkish ambitions in the region. In a separate post, ZaidBenjamin Zaid Benjamin (Post Impact: 41%) reported that Trump claimed to have met the Somali President and jokingly “offered him Ilhan Omar, but he refused.” The same account also noted Trump’s statement that he would not allow Israel to annex the West Bank.

8. Anniversary of Kurdistan Independence Referendum Revives Debate

The anniversary of the 2017 Kurdistan independence referendum was marked by conflicting viewpoints. The account Hydar (Post Impact: 19%) described the referendum as the “biggest and most dangerous separatist attempt in Iraq’s history,” which ended in a “Kurdish setback.” According to this post, the attempt led to the loss of Kirkuk and other territories, leaving the region weaker and more dependent on Baghdad for everything from salaries to security. In stark contrast, Entifadh Qanbar (Post Impact: 14%) commemorated the event by writing, “Anniversary of the great referendum!” and saluted the “struggling Kurdish people on this immortal day.”

9. Unprecedented Summons of US Military Leadership Reported

Several accounts reported on an unusual directive from the U.S. Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth. Citing the Washington Post, Raad Hashim (Post Impact: 18%) noted that the summons includes all senior officers of brigadier general rank and above and that there is “no precedent for such a collective summons.” Rafid Jaboori (Post Impact: 8%) highlighted that the meeting of hundreds of generals was not previously announced and there were no public reasons given for it. ZaidBenjamin Zaid Benjamin (Post Impact: 7%) added that the directive has caused “confusion and anxiety” and that the Pentagon has only confirmed that the Secretary would address his senior military leaders.

10. Anniversary of Kurdistan Referendum Recalls “Setback”

Iraqi social media users commemorated the anniversary of the 2017 Kurdistan independence referendum with starkly contrasting views. The account Hydar (Post Impact: 19%) described the event as the “biggest and most dangerous separatist attempt” in Iraq’s history, which resulted in a “Kurdish setback.” The post detailed how the Iraqi state’s swift military response led to the collapse of Kurdish militias and the loss of oil-rich Kirkuk, leaving the region weaker and more dependent on Baghdad. Conversely, Entifadh Qanbar (Post Impact: 14%) celebrated the day, posting, “Anniversary of the great referendum!” and paying tribute to the “struggling Kurdish people on this immortal day.”