Based on an analysis of 417 Facebook posts trending in Iraq on November 22, 2025, Miqrab AI identified several key themes and narratives dominating online conversations. The most prominent discussions revolved around the potential nomination of Nouri al-Maliki for Prime Minister, sparking widespread debate and reactions from various political factions, notably the Sadrist movement. Alongside intense political maneuvering, a significant human interest story about a businessman funding surgeries for four sisters garnered high engagement, highlighting a focus on social solidarity. Other key topics included social friction, such as protests by clerics against a concert in Basra, official communications from religious and political leader Muqtada al-Sadr, and security-related news, including the honoring of a policeman for capturing a wild animal and the government’s closure of a charitable initiative in Baghdad’s Tahrir Square.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Businessman Pledges to Cover Surgeries for Four Sisters

A humanitarian story captured the highest engagement, with multiple pages celebrating an act of charity. According to posts by Maher Mouhi::Voice of the Nation’s Protectors (Post Impact: 100%) and Mohammed Nasser Khalif (Post Impact: 23%), Iraqi businessman Hajj Abu Sajjad al-Nu’mani has pledged to cover all medical expenses for the surgeries of four young girls. The story appears to follow an earlier appeal for help, possibly from the girls’ father, who was seen in a video at the Imam Hussein shrine pleading for assistance for his four daughters, all of whom reportedly have holes in their hearts. The pages announced that work would begin the next day to issue passports for the children so they can travel for treatment, with users expressing gratitude and praise for the businessman’s generosity.

2. Nouri al-Maliki Nominated for Prime Minister

The potential return of Nouri al-Maliki to the premiership dominated political discourse. Multiple pages, including Ahmed Althawaq (Post Impact: 19%), Iraqis Only – Iraqeen W Bas (Post Impact: 11%), and Baghdad (Post Impact: 6%), announced that the Islamic Dawa Party had officially nominated its Secretary-General, Nouri al-Maliki, to lead the next government. The page The Authentic Iraqi (Post Impact: 67%) posted a poll asking users if they support his candidacy. Adding a layer of confusion, Al-Khawa Al-Nadhifa (Post Impact: 38%) reported that Dawa Party platforms had deleted their posts about the nomination, suggesting internal debates or a shift in strategy.

3. Clerics Protest Singer’s Concert in Basra

A planned concert by artist Mohammed Abdul Jabbar in Basra sparked a demonstration by local religious figures. Steven Nabil (Post Impact: 57%), World Jokes Through Iraqi Eyes (Post Impact: 11%), and Iraq (Post Impact: 6%) shared images and videos of the protest. The demonstrating clerics argued that such musical events are incompatible with the conservative nature of the city and its religious and social standing. The posts highlighted the cultural tensions between conservative segments of society and those promoting entertainment and artistic events.

4. Muqtada al-Sadr Issues Statements and Reviews Activities

The official page for Muqtada al-Sadr, The Private Office of His Eminence Sayyid Muqtada al-Sadr, was highly active, sharing several updates. In a post with (Post Impact: 53%), the page shared a statement from al-Sadr on the “X” platform with the hashtag “#Al-Zahra_Unifier_of_Islam”. In other posts, the page noted that al-Sadr had reviewed the activities of his Saraya al-Salam (Peace Companies) forces (Post Impact: 18%), responding with the comment “You are blessed,” and also issued an authorization to establish a guesthouse for the al-Sadr family in the Sayyida Zeinab area of Egypt (Post Impact: 17%). These posts collectively show his continued influence and engagement on religious, political, and organizational matters.

5. Policeman Honored for Capturing Wild Animal in Anbar

A contract policeman was officially recognized for his bravery in capturing a wild animal inside a government building in Fallujah. The story was initially shared by Maher Mouhi::Voice of the Nation’s Protectors (Post Impact: 38%), which identified the animal as a wolf and celebrated the man as a hero. Subsequently, the official Iraqi Ministry of Interior (Post Impact: 21%) page and the Media Office of the Minister of Interior (Post Impact: 7%) announced that Minister Abdul Amir al-Shammari had personally honored the policeman, Bilal Rumaydh Mohammed. The ministry’s statement praised his courage in controlling a “predatory animal” inside the Fallujah sewage directorate, stating that the ministry is proud of its personnel.

6. “Glass Room” Charity Initiative Shut Down in Baghdad

Security forces shut down a fundraising initiative in Baghdad’s Tahrir Square known as the “Glass Room.” As reported by Al-Khawa Al-Nadhifa (Post Impact: 35%), Baghdad (Post Impact: 11%), and Steven Nabil (Post Impact: 7%), a security force closed the glass structure, which was used to collect donations to purchase wheelchairs for people with disabilities, and ordered its immediate removal. The posts described the volunteers as being in a state of shock, sadness, and tears following the decision, prompting questions from users about the reasons behind the closure.

7. Sadrist Movement Rejects Maliki’s Candidacy

In reaction to Nouri al-Maliki’s potential nomination for prime minister, the Sadrist movement voiced its strong opposition. The pages Hussam Alhaj (Post Impact: 29%) and Maraya (Post Impact: 11%) both quoted an unnamed Sadrist leader speaking to a local agency. The leader stated that the movement rejects the nomination, describing it as “a step to continue the logic of failure and corruption that Iraq has suffered from in past years.” He added that Maliki’s candidacy would not ensure political stability but rather reflects narrow interests that contradict the aspirations for reform.

8. Nouri al-Maliki Visits Erbil for Political Talks

Concurrent with news of his potential nomination, Nouri al-Maliki traveled to Erbil for high-level political meetings. His official page, Nouri AlMaliki (Post Impact: 11%), announced his arrival and his meeting with Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) leader Masoud Barzani to discuss the political situation. A later post (Post Impact: 7%) detailed the meeting, stating they discussed expediting the formation of the government. The page Ali Wajeeh (Post Impact: 4%) noted the timing, highlighting that the visit to discuss government formation occurred on the same day his party nominated him for the premiership.

9. Iraq Fortifies Border with Syria

Reports circulated about enhanced security measures along the Iraqi-Syrian border. According to Zilzal (Post Impact: 8%), Iraq is establishing a “wall” on the border, described as a security fortification and a “solid political message.” Taraf Iraqi (Post Impact: 7%) provided more detail, quoting the Border Forces Command as saying that a wide defensive network, including a concrete wall, thermal cameras, and warning systems, has been completed. The report added that 975 cameras have been installed to monitor the border strip, all linked to a new control center.

10. Electricity Director Killed in Maysan Tribal Dispute

A tragic incident in Maysan province escalated from an accidental death to a revenge killing. Pages East of Iraq (Post Impact: 6%) and Maraya (Post Impact: 4%) reported that after a child died from an electric shock in the Al-Salam sub-district, the child’s tribe retaliated by killing the director of the local electricity department, Najm Abdullah, whom they held responsible. The aftermath reportedly involved an armed clash between security forces and the suspects, resulting in two soldiers being injured. The Maysan electricity distribution branch condemned the attack and warned it might suspend work if its staff are not protected.