Based on a Miqrab AI analysis of 463 trending Facebook posts in Iraq on December 22, 2025, the social media landscape was dominated by political discourse surrounding the state’s control over weapons, alongside satirical commentary on the government and viral social issues. The most prominent narrative involved the Coordination Framework’s support for disarming factions, which was met with a mix of satirical criticism, defiance from certain armed groups, and intense debate among political commentators. Other major trends included the appointment of a new governor in Salah al-Din, a call for national unity from Muqtada al-Sadr, and widespread public outrage over viral videos depicting social problems such as elder abandonment and the dangers of stray dogs.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Political Debate on Disarming Factions Intensifies

A major political discussion unfolded across Iraqi Facebook pages regarding the policy of confining weapons to state control. Pages like Al-Khuwa Al-Nathifa (Post Impact: 20%) and Steven Nabil (Post Impact: 9%) reported that the Coordination Framework coalition affirmed its “unwavering support for confining weapons to the state.” This official stance was contrasted with sharp commentary from political figures and analysts. Sahar Abbas Jameel (Post Impact: 8%) shared a clip of Sheikh Aws al-Khafaji telling armed groups to “return your weapons to Iran.” In another clip shared by the same page (Post Impact: 22%), al-Khafaji was seen emotionally reacting to comments from Sheikh Akram al-Kaabi. Adding to the complexity, a post by Ann Salah – Ann Salah (Post Impact: 5%) featured analyst Al-Kindi stating that groups like Nujaba and Hezbollah will not surrender their arms, indicating significant resistance to the disarmament policy.

2. Al-Bashir Show Satirizes Political Climate

The popular satirical program “Al-Basheer Show” and its host Ahmed Albasheer were a major topic of discussion, with several high-engagement clips mocking the current political situation in Iraq. The official Albasheer Show – albasheer show page (Post Impact: 18%) shared a reel featuring “immortal poems that foresee the future” from a fictional leader, satirizing political rhetoric. Another clip on the page (Post Impact: 13%) sarcastically noted how “everyone has become a comedian, Mashallah.” The show’s content also directly addressed the ongoing debate about armed factions, with user Ammar Khalid (Post Impact: 17%) sharing a comedic video tagged with #البشير_شو (Albasheer_Show) depicting “Iraqis after confining weapons to the state.”

3. New Governor Elected for Salah al-Din Province

A significant political development was reported in Salah al-Din province, where political blocs reached an agreement to elect a new governor. The page Al-Khuwa Al-Nathifa (Post Impact: 16%) announced that following consultations among political factions and council members, a “new consensus” was reached to elect “Abu Mazen” as governor. This news was echoed by Ahdath Erbil (Post Impact: 2%), which posted a congratulatory message, celebrating the return of the “leader” as the governor of Salah al-Din.

4. Muqtada al-Sadr Calls for Arab-Kurdish Unity

The official page for The Private Office of Sayyid Muqtada al-Sadr (Post Impact: 13%) shared a statement from the influential cleric addressing ethnic tensions. In the statement, Muqtada al-Sadr emphasized that “Arabs and Kurds are brothers,” and that it is wrong to “fuel such matters with ethnic chauvinism.” He further called for the perpetrators of such incitement to be legally punished. This high-impact post was widely circulated among his followers, signaling a clear message against sectarianism and ethnic division from one of Iraq’s most prominent political and religious figures.

5. Outrage Over Viral Video of Son Abandoning Father

A disturbing video showing a young man leaving his elderly father at a nursing home circulated widely, sparking a wave of condemnation across social media. The page Min Baghdad (Post Impact: 9%) shared the clip, expressing shock and asking, “Has mercy been stripped from our hearts?” and criticizing the son for abandoning the father who raised him. The same video was shared by other pages including Mohammed Nasser Khalif Mohammed Nasser Khalif (Post Impact: 3%) and Taraif al-Alam bi-Uyun Iraqiya (Post Impact: 3%), which described the father as “alone between walls that do not know him, without a word or a touch.” The posts highlighted a perceived decline in familial values and respect for the elderly.

6. Stray Dogs Attack Paraglider, Sparking Safety Warnings

The issue of stray dogs in Iraqi cities gained significant attention after a video showed a pack of dogs attacking a paraglider as he landed in Mosul. The clip was shared by multiple pages, including Min Baghdad (Post Impact: 9%) and Mosul – MOSUL (Post Impact: 2%). Following the viral incident, pages began sharing public health warnings. Min Baghdad (Post Impact: 7%) posted a warning from a specialist about the dangers of dog bites, noting that the infection “reaches the brain directly from the nerves and leads to death.” Diyala Diyala TV (Post Impact: 2%) reinforced this, quoting the Ministry of Health that rabies is “100% fatal and survival depends on hours.”

7. Alleged Assault on TikToker “Warda al-Iraqiya”

A story concerning an alleged violent assault on TikToker “Warda al-Iraqiya” generated significant discussion. The page Ahdath Erbil (Post Impact: 11%) reported on the incident, claiming that 15 men attacked her in the Abu Dashir area, even pulling out her hair. The post questioned the veracity of the claims while highlighting the severity of the alleged assault on a woman. The page Ammar al-Hilfi (Post Impact: 4%) also commented on the incident, acknowledging her “rotten behavior” but stating that “it is shameful to attack her in this way.”

8. Spotlight on Major Construction Projects in Iraq

A recurring theme on several pages was the progress of major construction and infrastructure projects across Iraq. Mashaarie Baghdad – Baghdad Projects (Post Impact: 8%) shared aerial footage of the ongoing work on the Harir Towers residential project in Baghdad’s Dora district, highlighting its luxury apartments and proximity to Iraq Mall. In Basra, the page Wahed Watan (Post Impact: 5%) celebrated the “inauguration of the first submerged tunnel in the Middle East.” Meanwhile, in Baghdad, Tawaeia Mururia – Traffic Awareness (Post Impact: 5%) posted a video showing the beginning of construction work on a new overpass at Antar Square.

9. Security Forces Foil Smuggling Operations from Syria

Two separate security successes involving the interception of contraband being smuggled from Syria into Iraq were reported. The page Al-Khuwa Al-Nathifa (Post Impact: 6%), citing the Syrian Ministry of Interior, reported the seizure of anti-aircraft missiles in the city of Al-Bukamal that were intended for smuggling into Iraq. In a related development, Al-Khaliya al-Tactikiya (Post Impact: 6%) reported on an airdrop operation in Syria by Iraq’s “Al-Suqour Cell.” The operation successfully apprehended individuals described as a “link that transports weapons and terrorist elements” from Syrian camps to the Iraqi border, marking a shift toward preemptive security measures.

10. PM Sudani Holds Economic and Political Meetings

The official activities of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al Sudani were highlighted across several pages, focusing on his economic and political engagements. The Al-Mohandes Mohammed Shia Al Sudani page (Post Impact: 5%) and the The Media Office of the Iraqi Prime Minister (Post Impact: 3%) reported on his meeting with Iraqi economic and financial experts to discuss reforms and policies. Additionally, Sudani met with former Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi, as reported on both the Prime Minister’s page (Post Impact: 4%) and Haider Al-Abadi‘s page (Post Impact: 2%). The discussions reportedly centered on national stability, development, and the importance of completing constitutional requirements on schedule.