Based on an analysis of 487 Facebook posts by Miqrab AI on November 7, 2025, the dominant narrative in Iraq revolves around the upcoming elections, with a mixture of intense candidate campaigning, strong endorsements, and widespread voter criticism of the political establishment. Key discussions centered on specific candidates like Sajjad Salem receiving high-profile support, while Prime Minister Al-Sudani’s pre-election actions, such as a controversial airport investment deal, drew significant scrutiny. Concurrently, major political figures like Muqtada al-Sadr and Nouri al-Maliki made headlines for non-electoral activities and strong political statements, respectively. These conversations reflect a politically charged atmosphere where Iraqis are actively debating the performance of past leaders and the promises of current candidates.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Criticism of Past Prime Ministers and Politicians

A highly engaged discussion about the performance of past Iraqi leaders was sparked by a post from Ali Al-Khayal (Post Impact: 100%) which simply asked, “Who is the most failed prime minister to have passed through Iraq?” This question tapped into a broader sentiment of voter frustration, which was also echoed by commentator Salem Mashkour (Post Impact: 19%). He warned citizens against electing “ignorant candidates” who do not understand their legislative duties and are more concerned with trivial services, predicting they would turn parliament into a forum for “low-quality content.”

2. Strong Endorsements Emerge for Candidate Sajjad Salem

Parliamentary candidate Sajjad Salem received significant backing from influential media personalities ahead of the election. Ahmad Mulla Talal (Post Impact: 85%) issued a direct appeal, urging the youth of Wasit province to vote for Salem and encouraging all young Iraqis to elect similar candidates. In another notable endorsement, Ahmad Alwashah (Post Impact: 20%) stated that despite having disagreements and never having met him, he would give his vote to Sajjad Salem if he were in Wasit, signaling support based on perceived competence over personal connections.

3. Controversy Over PM Al-Sudani’s Airport Investment Decision

A decision by Prime Minister Al-Sudani regarding Iraq’s airports has generated significant controversy online. A widely circulated post by Haider Al-Hamdani (Post Impact: 81%) claims that just days before his term ends, the Prime Minister signed an “extremely dangerous” order. This order allegedly grants the investment of all Iraqi airports to the World Bank “without any terms or conditions,” raising alarm and questions about the timing and lack of restrictions in the purported agreement.

4. Muqtada al-Sadr Orders Guesthouse Establishment in Saudi Arabia

Influential Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr directed the establishment of a “Guesthouse of the Al-Sadr Family” in the city of Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia. The news, reported by the page Al-Khawa Al-Nadheefa (Post Impact: 61%), specified that Amir Al-Khafaji would be authorized to manage the guesthouse. This development was shared alongside commentary on Sadr’s extensive influence, with pages like La Manea with Dr. Qusay Shafiq (Post Impact: 4%) highlighting his powerful base and ability to mobilize millions of followers with a single command.

5. Prime Minister Al-Sudani Rallies Supporters and Warns Voters

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani held a major rally in Baghdad’s Celebration Square, drawing what pages like Al-Qasr Al-Hukoumi (Post Impact: 18%) and Iraqeen W Bas (Post Impact: 9%) described as thousands of supporters. On his official page, Al-Engineer Mohammed Shia Alsudani (Post Impact: 21%) used the occasion to issue a warning to voters, urging them: “do not allow the creators of crises to return to you, nor the masters of lies and misinformation to tamper with your lives.”

6. Candidates Intensify Last-Minute Campaign Efforts

With elections just days away, candidates across the political spectrum ramped up their online campaigns to mobilize voters. Mohammed Al-Halbousi (Post Impact: 31%) promoted his Taqaddum party list with a campaign video. Artist and candidate Aziz Nasser – Aziz Nasser (Post Impact: 31%) shared a patriotic reel pledging to remain “on the covenant.” In a more targeted message, military spokesman and candidate Yahya Rasool (Post Impact: 19%) called on armed forces personnel to vote, emphasizing that “your vote is the power that protects the nation just as you protected it with weapons.”

7. Unusual Tribal Settlement in Basra Attracts Attention

An “unprecedented” tribal settlement in Basra captured public attention due to its scale and nature. The Al-Bu Daraj tribe paid a “diya” (blood money) of 200 camels to the Bani Amer tribe as compensation for the killing of a teacher. The event was covered by pages like Iraq (Post Impact: 10%) and Baghdad (Post Impact: 7%), which noted that the camels were delivered in a large convoy of trucks. The settlement was described as a “strange phenomenon” that caused astonishment among local residents.

8. Nouri Al-Maliki Discusses Ba’athists and His “Religious Duty”

Former Prime Minister Nouri Al-Maliki made several pointed statements during his election campaign. In an interview highlighted by Sahar Abbas Jamil (Post Impact: 19%), he asserted that he never granted exceptions to any Ba’athists and challenged anyone to prove otherwise, contrasting his actions with those of the late Ahmad Chalabi. In a separate clip from the same interview, Al-Maliki described his political work as a “religious duty” that he will not abandon. Furthermore, Ahmed Althawaq (Post Impact: 13%) quoted him claiming that “forces of evil” were trying to stop the elections to create chaos in the country.

9. Ammar al-Hakim Pledges Quick Government Formation

Ammar al-Hakim, leader of the National Wisdom Movement, vowed to prioritize the swift formation of a new government following the elections. According to posts from Iraqeen W Bas (Post Impact: 25%) and Taraef Al-Alam bi-Uyoun Iraqia (Post Impact: 5%), Al-Hakim declared, “We will not be complacent in the speed of its formation, whatever the results may be.” He stressed his desire for a government founded on national partnership rather than backroom deals, one that serves citizens and places the public interest above all else.

10. “Albasheer Show” Promotes New Satirical Episodes

The popular satirical program “Albasheer Show” generated buzz by promoting its upcoming episodes. The show’s official page, Albasheer Show – albasheer show (Post Impact: 36%), announced a new, extended installment titled the “inventory episode.” In another promotional post, the same page (Post Impact: 33%) teased the new episode with the catchphrase #يطبك_طوب and humorously asked followers for their opinion on “the president’s dance,” creating anticipation for its political commentary.