Based on 422 Facebook posts trending on January 9, 2026, Miqrab AI analysis shows that the Iraqi social media landscape was dominated by a mix of political satire, religious events, and security-related news. The most viral content was a new satirical trend, “انزع” (take it off), popularized by the Albasheer Show, which spread rapidly across entertainment and personal pages. Concurrently, significant engagement focused on religious news, including the unveiling of the newly restored golden Iwan at the Imam Ali shrine in Najaf and the large-scale unified Friday prayer called for by Muqtada al-Sadr in Maysan. Other key conversations involved celebrations for the 104th anniversary of the Iraqi Police, ongoing developments and protests in neighboring Iran, and a social media dispute over regional dialectal terms.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Albasheer Show’s “Take It Off” Trend Goes Viral

The phrase “انزع انزع انزع” (Take it off, take it off, take it off) has become the top trend on Iraqi Facebook, driven by the highly influential satirical program, Albasheer Show. A reel from the Albasheer Show – albasheer show (Post Impact: 100%) page, labeled “the new trend,” achieved maximum engagement, sparking widespread imitation and discussion. The trend was further amplified by other influencers and pages, such as Ammar Khalid (Post Impact: 32%), who shared a clip from the show’s episode with the same catchphrase. The Albasheer Show – albasheer show (Post Impact: 3%) also promoted the full episode on YouTube, linking it back to the viral moment.

2. Golden Iwan at Imam Ali Shrine Unveiled After Restoration

Religious and news pages widely covered the unveiling of the newly re-gilded Grand Golden Iwan at the shrine of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib in Najaf. Al-Khawa Al-Nadhifa (Post Impact: 50%) reported that the Holy Shrine administration revealed the new gilding following the completion of development and restoration work. Similarly, From Karbala News (Post Impact: 6%) shared images of the event, poetically stating, “The hand of heaven makes the decision to unveil the new Golden Iwan.” The event was framed as a significant moment for the holy site, celebrating the preservation of its religious and architectural heritage.

3. Sadrists Hold Unified Prayer and Share Leader’s Messages

The Sadrist movement demonstrated a strong presence on social media, centered around a unified Friday prayer in Maysan and messages from its leader, Muqtada al-Sadr. The Private Office of His Eminence Sayyid Muqtada al-Sadr (Post Impact: 33%) shared a post from al-Sadr’s personal account on the “X” platform. The same office also published the full text of the Friday sermon delivered at the prayer in Maysan. Pages like Hassan Zuher Hakim (Post Impact: 12%) and Mohammed Nasser Khalif Mohammed Nasser Khalif (Post Impact: 7%) highlighted the hospitality of the people of Maysan and the welcome extended by the province’s governor to the worshippers, emphasizing the large turnout and unity among al-Sadr’s followers.

4. Celebrations for the 104th Anniversary of the Iraqi Police

Numerous pages, including those of officials and media personalities, marked the 104th anniversary of the founding of the Iraqi Police on January 9. Actor Aziz Nasser – Aziz Nasser (Post Impact: 16%) extended congratulations to all police officers and personnel, calling them “the impenetrable fortress and the security we are proud of.” The page of Prime Minister Eng. Mohammed Shiaa Al-Sudani (Post Impact: 6%) shared a video of his attendance at the celebration and the graduation ceremony of the 70th class of the Police College. The Counter-Terrorism Service, via its page Iraqi Counter-Terrorism Service Icts (Post Impact: 3%), also issued a formal congratulatory statement from its head, General Karim al-Tamimi, praising the police’s national role.

5. Unrest in Iran and Regional Political Developments

Developments in neighboring Iran captured significant attention. Al-Khawa Al-Nadhifa (Post Impact: 25%) reported that Reza Pahlavi, son of the late Shah of Iran, appealed to Donald Trump to intervene and help the Iranian people. Reports of internal dissent were shared by Steven Nabil :: Steven Nabil (Post Impact: 10%), who posted a video of chants against the “dictator” in Tehran. Further fueling speculation about instability, Rusly Al-Maliki – رسلي المالكي (Post Impact: 5%) cited French newspaper Le Figaro in a report that the family of Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf is applying for French visas to leave Iran.

6. Colonel Ali Shiaa’s Controversy Over the Word “Ajal”

A verbal dispute involving Colonel Ali Shiaa has become a topic of discussion, particularly concerning the use of the dialectal word “ajal” (عجل). The page From Baghdad (Post Impact: 15%) quoted the “expelled colonel” as threatening anyone who uses the word in the south and specifically warning another individual, Abu Janna, against entering Basra. Anbar My Province (Post Impact: 10%) also shared a reel titled “The expelled colonel and the word ‘ajal’.” The page Iraq 24 (Post Impact: 4%) covered the same story, highlighting Shiaa’s challenge to Abu Janna and framing it as a regional issue.

7. Debate on Loyalty to Iran Sparked by Controversial Statements

A debate over Iraqi loyalties towards Iran has emerged following statements from public figures. Journalist Sahar Abbas Jameel (Post Impact: 16%) shared a clip in which a guest, Abbas Ghadir, openly declared he would defend Iran in any future war. This perspective was contrasted by a post from From Baghdad (Post Impact: 2%), which quoted politician Haider al-Mulla stating, “Whoever wants good for Iraq should not think about overthrowing the regime in Iran.” Another page, Iraqi Media Center (Post Impact: 1%), posted a quote from analyst Ghalib Al-Shabandar, who claimed that sectarian affiliations lead some Iraqis to defend Iran or Saudi Arabia more than their own country.

8. Death of Iraqi Artist and Director Mohsen Al-Ali

The passing of veteran Iraqi artist and director Mohsen Al-Ali was announced across several pages, which paid tribute to his long career. Al-Khawa Al-Nadhifa (Post Impact: 6%) reported his death at the age of 73 after a struggle with a terminal illness, listing some of his prominent works like the plays “Guevara” and “Umm Khalil.” The Baghdad (Post Impact: 4%) page also mourned his death, asking God to grant his family and loved ones patience. Other pages like Al-Adhamiya News (Post Impact: 2%) and Iraq 24 (Post Impact: 2%) also shared the news, marking a moment of collective mourning in the Iraqi arts community.

9. Discussion on New Government Taxes and Tariffs

The implementation of new taxes and tariffs by the Iraqi government is a subject of ongoing discussion and clarification. Tech 4 Peace The Technology for Peace (Post Impact: 3%) published a detailed fact-check, clarifying that the new measures are based on Cabinet Resolution 957 of 2025, not 2023, and are being enforced through the new ASYCUDA customs system. The post explained that the new automated system is intended to unify procedures and reduce corruption. In a related video shared by Sahar Abbas Jameel (Post Impact: 2%), analyst Abbas Ghadir discusses the timing of the tax announcement, linking it to government calls for austerity and “tightening the belt.”

10. Status and Activity of Foreign Military Forces in Iraq

The presence and future of foreign military forces in Iraq remain a topic of interest. Journalist Steven Nabil :: Steven Nabil (Post Impact: 10%) reported the presence of US military aerial refueling tankers and other military aircraft in the skies over the region, specifically noting a “large one” above Basra. This observation of current military activity coincides with official statements about the future of foreign troops. In his speech for Police Day, Prime Minister Al-Sudani, as reported by The Media Office of the Iraqi Prime Minister (Post Impact: 1%), emphasized that Iraq has “completed the requirements for achieving full sovereignty after the agreement to end the mission of the international coalition.”