Based on 465 Facebook posts analyzed on February 3, 2026, Miqrab AI identified several key themes and narratives dominating online conversations in Iraq. The most engaging content centered on a significant charitable act by the Governor of Basra, Asaad Al-Eidani, highlighting a strong interest in local goodwill stories. This was followed by intense political discussions surrounding Nouri al-Maliki’s potential premiership and reported US warnings of economic consequences, which sparked debates on national sovereignty and foreign influence. Economic concerns were also prominent, particularly regarding the government’s new customs tariffs and their impact on traders and the market. Other major topics included religious commemorations for the birth of Imam Mahdi, breaking international news such as the alleged assassination of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, and rising tensions between the United States and Iran.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Basra Governor Praised for Funding Kidney Patient Treatments

Social media activist Mohammed Nasser Khalif garnered massive engagement by praising Basra Governor Asaad Al-Eidani for his charitable contributions. In a series of highly shared posts, the page Mohammed Nasser Khalif ((Post Impact: 100%)) thanked Sheikh Al-Eidani for funding the treatment of five, later increased to six, patients suffering from kidney failure. A follow-up post from the same page ((Post Impact: 37%)) showed the activist receiving the funds directly from the governor. The page repeatedly expressed gratitude to Al-Eidani, volunteers, and everyone who contributed, stating, “Thanks to God… then thanks to you, it is done!” in another post ((Post Impact: 14%)), showcasing the successful fundraising campaign.

2. New Customs Tariffs Spark Controversy and Market Concerns

Economic debates were fueled by the government’s refusal to delay the implementation of new customs tariffs. MP Mustafa Sanad ((Post Impact: 56%)) reported that a large number of Iraqi traders are now considering returning their goods to China after the government rejected a proposal to process containers at the old tariff rate. He described the government’s stance as “stubbornness and arrogance.” In parallel, official government pages like that of Engineer Mohamed Shia Alsudani ((Post Impact: 13%)) and The Government Palace ((Post Impact: 14%)) announced Prime Minister Al-Sudani had chaired a meeting on the economy, stressing the need to maintain market stability and periodically review the impact of the new tariffs.

3. US Reportedly Warns Iraq Over Nouri al-Maliki’s Premiership

A significant political narrative emerged from a report, attributed to Bloomberg, suggesting the United States has warned Iraq of severe economic repercussions if Nouri al-Maliki becomes Prime Minister. Alkhuwa Alnadifa ((Post Impact: 29%)) reported that US officials warned Central Bank Governor Ali Al-Alaq about potentially withholding Iraq’s oil revenues. This was echoed by Ahmed AlHamdani ((Post Impact: 9%)), who framed the situation as America forcing a choice between “Maliki or oil revenues” and accused the Coordination Framework of insisting on his candidacy. Other pages like Dr. Ali Alkaissi ((Post Impact: 2%)) criticized Maliki for clinging to power, drawing parallels to Saddam Hussein and warning of potential sanctions and isolation.

4. Iraqis Commemorate the Birth of Imam Mahdi in Karbala

Religious devotion was a key theme as pages marked the anniversary of the birth of Imam Mahdi, a revered figure in Shia Islam. The page Alkhuwa Alnadifa ((Post Impact: 36%)) reported on the large gatherings of pilgrims in the holy city of Karbala, where believers participate in religious councils and events filled with prayer. The page shared the common supplication, “When will you see us and we see you.” Similarly, politician Hakim al-Zamili ((Post Impact: 6%)) posted from Karbala, offering congratulations on the birth of the “savior of mankind” who is expected to fill the earth with justice.

5. Reports Circulate of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi’s Assassination

News of the alleged assassination of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of the former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, spread across Iraqi Facebook pages. Alkhuwa Alnadifa ((Post Impact: 20%)) reported that Gaddafi was killed inside his residence in the city of Zintan by four unidentified assailants. The news was also shared as a breaking alert by the page Rusly Al-Maliki ((Post Impact: 10%)). The posts presented the information as a news report without offering further analysis or confirmation of the event.

6. Muqtada al-Sadr’s Social Media Post Attracts Attention

A statement made by the influential Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr on the social media platform “X” (formerly Twitter) generated significant online buzz. The Private Office of His Eminence Sayyid Muqtada al-Sadr ((Post Impact: 50%)) shared a graphic with the date of his post, amplifying its reach to his followers on Facebook. While the content of the tweet was not detailed in the Facebook post, its promotion by his official office was enough to create a major trend. The popular satirical program Albasheer Show ((Post Impact: 8%)) also created content referencing “The Sayyid’s tweet,” indicating it had become a widespread topic of discussion and commentary.

7. Jeffrey Epstein Scandal Sparks Widespread Discussion

The international scandal involving Jeffrey Epstein was a major topic of conversation, with users debating its implications and sharing related content. Pages like Thezelma ((Post Impact: 10%)) and Dr. Ali Alkaissi ((Post Impact: 4%)) commented on the case, with the former questioning the silence of feminist organizations and the latter drawing parallels to perceived moral failings in Iraq. Meanwhile, Ninawa ((Post Impact: 9%)) questioned the alleged presence of prominent figures on Epstein’s island. In a fact-checking effort, Tech 4 Peace ((Post Impact: 5%)) debunked a viral image of Bill Clinton and Donald Trump related to the case, confirming it was generated by artificial intelligence.

8. Iraq Intervenes to Remove Zarqawi Book from Damascus Fair

The Iraqi National Intelligence Service was praised for its successful diplomatic effort to have a book by the deceased terrorist leader Abu Musab al-Zarqawi removed from the Damascus International Book Fair. Both MP Mustafa Sanad ((Post Impact: 9%)) and the security-focused page The Tactical Cell ((Post Impact: 8%)) reported that the Syrian government banned the book’s sale after pressure from the Iraqi agency. Sanad commended the action, highlighting it as a positive and encouraging aspect of international relations between the two countries, contrasting it with what he called “exaggerated concessions” in other areas.

9. Prime Minister Al-Sudani Chairs Meeting on Economic Policy

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani’s economic policies were in the spotlight as official government channels reported on a key meeting of the Ministerial Council for Economy. Both the Prime Minister’s official page, Engineer Mohamed Shia Alsudani ((Post Impact: 13%)), and The Government Palace ((Post Impact: 14%)), detailed that discussions focused on maximizing state revenues, pressing expenses, and evaluating the impact of new customs tariffs. The posts emphasized the Prime Minister’s directive to ensure market stability, protect citizens’ income, and support the private sector and small businesses during the implementation of these new economic measures.

10. US-Iran Tensions Escalate in the Region

Rising military tensions between the United States and Iran were a prominent topic, with several pages tracking developments in the Arabian Sea and Gulf of Oman. Rusly Al-Maliki ((Post Impact: 3%)) quoted a White House spokesperson stating that military force remains an option for President Trump regarding Iran. At the same time, pages like The Tactical Cell ((Post Impact: 4%)) and From Baghdad ((Post Impact: 3%)) reported that the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier had shot down an Iranian drone that approached it in the Arabian Sea. Other posts tracked the flight paths of Iranian reconnaissance drones in the area, indicating a high-stakes military standoff.