Based on a Miqrab AI analysis of 465 trending Facebook posts in Iraq on February 3, 2026, the online conversation was dominated by a mix of local humanitarian efforts, intense political maneuvering, and widespread discussion of international events. The most engaging story celebrated Basra’s governor for funding medical treatments for citizens, highlighting a strong interest in positive community leadership. Meanwhile, significant political discourse revolved around Nouri al-Maliki’s potential premiership, fueled by reports of US warnings against his appointment and the economic consequences that could follow. Economic anxieties were also evident in discussions about new customs tariffs impacting traders. Beyond domestic issues, Iraqi Facebook pages actively followed and commented on global news, including the assassination of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, escalating US-Iran tensions in the region, and the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, often connecting these events to local and regional dynamics.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Basra Governor Praised for Funding Medical Treatments

The most impactful story on Iraqi Facebook involved Basra Governor Sheikh Asaad Al-Eidani’s financial support for citizens suffering from kidney failure. The page Mohammed Nasser Khalif Mohammed Nasser Khalif (Post Impact: 100%) announced that Al-Eidani had initially pledged to cover the expenses for five patients and later increased his contribution to cover six cases after a meeting. In a follow-up post (Post Impact: 37%), the page expressed profound gratitude, confirming the receipt of the funds and thanking the governor, volunteers, and all supporters for their role in making the life-saving treatments possible. These posts portrayed Al-Eidani as a responsive and charitable leader, generating significant positive engagement.

2. US Warning Over Nouri al-Maliki’s Candidacy Sparks Debate

A significant political narrative emerged from reports that the United States has warned Iraq about the potential nomination of Nouri al-Maliki for prime minister. Citing Bloomberg, the page Al-Khowa Al-Nadheefa (Post Impact: 29%) claimed US officials cautioned the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Al-Alaq, that Iraqi oil revenues could be withheld if al-Maliki assumes the premiership. Similarly, Ahmed AlHamdani – ahmed الحمداني (Post Impact: 9%) framed the situation as America giving Iraqis a choice between “Maliki or oil revenues” and accused the Coordination Framework of insisting on his candidacy, thereby risking the starvation of the Iraqi people.

3. Jeffrey Epstein Scandal Prompts Widespread Discussion

The international scandal involving Jeffrey Epstein was a major topic of conversation across multiple Iraqi pages, which linked it to various political and social critiques. The page The zelma/ذا زلمة (Post Impact: 10%) criticized feminist organizations for their perceived silence on the abuse of underage girls in the Epstein case. Meanwhile, Ninawa (Post Impact: 9%) shared an image questioning the alleged presence of Mohammed bin Salman on Epstein’s island. Taking a different angle, Dr. Ali Alkaissi : الدكتور علي القيسي (Post Impact: 4%) drew parallels between the scandal and what he described as legalized child abuse in Iraq.

4. New Customs Tariffs Anger Iraqi Traders

Economic concerns were highlighted in a high-impact post about the government’s refusal to delay new customs tariffs. According to Mustafa Sanad – مصطفى سند (Post Impact: 56%), the Iraqi government rejected a proposal to either pause the new tariffs or allow containers already in Iraqi ports to be processed under the old rates. This decision has reportedly led a large number of Iraqi traders to discuss returning their imported goods to China. The post characterized the government’s position as “stubbornness and arrogance” and noted that the state had earned nothing from the ports this month.

5. Muqtada al-Sadr Publishes a New Post on “X”

The office of influential Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr drew significant attention by announcing a new social media post from him. The Private Office of His Eminence Sayyid Muqtada al-Sadr (Post Impact: 50%) informed followers that al-Sadr had published a statement on his personal account on the social media platform “X.” The page did not elaborate on the content of al-Sadr’s message, but the announcement itself generated high engagement, reflecting his continued influence in Iraqi political and social spheres.

6. Celebrations Mark the Birth Anniversary of Imam Mahdi

Iraqi Facebook pages were filled with posts marking the birth anniversary of Imam Mahdi (aj), a significant event for Shia Muslims. The page Al-Khowa Al-Nadheefa (Post Impact: 36%) reported that believers were commemorating the occasion in the holy city of Karbala, which was witnessing a large influx of pilgrims attending religious councils and events in an atmosphere of prayer. Similarly, Hakim Al-Zamili (Post Impact: 6%) shared a video from Karbala, congratulating Muslims on the birth of the “savior of humanity.”

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

News of the alleged assassination of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, spread across Iraqi social media. Al-Khowa Al-Nadheefa (Post Impact: 20%) reported that he was killed inside his residence in the city of Zintan by four unidentified individuals. The page Rusly Al-Maliki – رسلي المالكي (Post Impact: 10%) also shared the “urgent” news of his death. The reports generated considerable interest among Iraqi users following regional developments.

8. PM Sudani Chairs Meeting on Economy and Tariffs

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani’s leadership on economic policy was a key topic for government-affiliated pages. Engineer Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani (Post Impact: 13%) announced that he chaired a meeting of the Ministerial Council for Economy to discuss maximizing revenues and managing expenditures. The meeting specifically addressed the application of customs tariffs and reviewed support for oil products. The prime minister’s page and The Governmental Palace (Post Impact: 14%) emphasized Sudani’s directive to maintain market stability, protect citizens’ income, and avoid harming the private sector.

9. Iraq Blocks al-Zarqawi Book at Damascus Book Fair

Several pages highlighted a successful intervention by the Iraqi National Intelligence Service (INIS) in Syria. According to The Tactical Cell (Post Impact: 8%) and Mustafa Sanad – مصطفى سند (Post Impact: 9%), the INIS pressured the Syrian government to remove a book authored by the deceased terrorist Abu Musab al-Zarqawi from the Damascus International Book Fair. The Syrian government reportedly complied with the request and banned the book’s sale. Sanad praised this as a positive example of international relations.

10. Heightened US-Iran Tensions in the Region

Rising tensions between the United States and Iran were a prominent topic of discussion. The Tactical Cell (Post Impact: 7%) reported that Israel has requested “operational freedom” from the U.S. to conduct unilateral military action against Iran. This was complemented by a post from Rusly Al-Maliki – رسلي المالكي (Post Impact: 3%) quoting the White House spokesperson, who stated that all options, including military force, remain available to President Trump for dealing with Iran. Other posts from pages like The Tactical Cell (Post Impact: 4%) also noted Iranian drone activity near the U.S. aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln.