Based on a Miqrab AI analysis of 468 Facebook posts trending on March 10, 2026, the dominant narrative in Iraq revolves around the escalating regional conflict, with numerous pages celebrating Iran’s missile attacks on Israel. This external focus is complemented by significant domestic discussions, including a high-engagement announcement about a post from Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr and coverage of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani’s speech commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Ali. Other key topics include public outcry over a new 20% tax on internet services, a sectarian controversy sparked by a poet’s controversial verses, and ongoing reports of security incidents within Iraq, including rocket attacks and American airstrikes.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Muqtada al-Sadr Announces Post on “X” Platform

The most impactful story of the day was an announcement from the official page of Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr, informing followers that he had published a new post on his personal account on the social media platform “X.” The page, The Private Office of His Eminence Sayyid Muqtada al-Sadr (Post Impact: 100%), shared a graphic with the announcement, which generated immense engagement without detailing the content of the X post itself. The news was met with supportive content from other pages, such as Ahmed Al-Washah (Post Impact: 27%), which shared a video reel simply titled “The honorable turban,” appearing to show reverence for the cleric in light of his announcement.

2. Iran’s Military Strikes on Israel Widely Celebrated

A significant portion of the conversation on Iraqi Facebook was dedicated to celebrating and analyzing Iran’s missile strikes against Israel. Pages expressed strong pro-Iranian sentiment, with Member of Parliament Mustafa Sanad (Post Impact: 54%) declaring, “Currently, Iran is hitting the entity with a slipper.” The page Set Ashwaq Um Al-Qanouniya (Post Impact: 28%) announced that Israel was “officially trampled.” Other pages like Mohammed Nasser Khalif (Post Impact: 58%) shared dramatic video clips of the attacks with captions like “Watch the disaster.” Technical analysis also appeared, with The Tactical Cell (Post Impact: 14%) identifying the use of submunitions from a Khorramshahr-4 missile. Meanwhile, Khan Jghan (Post Impact: 15%) reported on an Israeli military assessment that half of the Iranian missiles were equipped with cluster warheads, increasing the danger to civilians.

3. PM Al-Sudani Cites Imam Ali in Vow to Build a Just State

On the anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib, Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani delivered a speech that was widely circulated online. His official page, Engineer Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani (Post Impact: 20%), shared key points from the address, emphasizing that Imam Ali’s legacy provides a “practical methodology for state administration” and a foundation for “strengthening the state’s resolve in combating corruption.” Al-Sudani concluded by stating his government is working to “build the just and dignified state in which everyone, without exception, lives with their dignity and respect preserved.” The page From Baghdad (Post Impact: 3%) also highlighted this concluding remark.

4. Albasheer Show’s Satirical Commentary Gains Traction

The popular satirical program Albasheer Show featured prominently in today’s trends with short video clips from its episodes. The official page Albasheer Show (Post Impact: 28%) shared a reel with the sarcastic caption, “Seriously?! They turned out to be in the Hashd? What a shock!!” another clip from the same page Albasheer Show (Post Impact: 27%), titled “Zabouktin Island,” also garnered high engagement. These posts, tagged with “#makfakha_al-kawkab” (The Slap of the Planet), reflect the show’s method of using humor and satire to comment on current political and social events in Iraq, resonating strongly with its online audience.

5. Poet Faked al-Moussawi Faces Lawsuit Over Sectarian Verses

A significant controversy has erupted around the eulogy reader Faked al-Moussawi, who is now facing a lawsuit over a poem containing phrases deemed offensive and sectarian. The page Yalla (Post Impact: 21%) reported that a citizen filed a lawsuit accusing al-Moussawi of “inciting sectarian strife” with lines such as “O you whose honor is worthless.” The report noted a sharp divide in public opinion, with some demanding accountability and others defending the poet, claiming his words were directed at Arab countries like Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, not a specific religious group. Analyst Dr. Yahya Alkubisi (Post Impact: 7%) weighed in, stating the real issue is the “sectarian state in Iraq” which he claims protects and enables such figures.

6. Rumors Swirl About Airstrike on Senior Iranian Officials

Unconfirmed reports of an airstrike targeting high-level Iranian officials circulated on several Iraqi pages, creating a wave of speculation. Rusly Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 19%) shared a list of senior figures allegedly targeted in an air raid, including Supreme Leader’s son Mojtaba Khamenei, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, and others, while cautioning that their fate was pending confirmation. The page Erbil Events (Post Impact: 7%) went further, claiming, “Unfortunately, according to sources, Mojtaba Khamenei was martyred, but we are waiting for the Iranian media.” These posts indicate a keen interest in potential leadership changes in Iran amid the escalating conflict.

7. Public Anger Over 20% Tax Increase on Internet Services

News of a 20% tax hike on internet services sparked widespread criticism and discussion. Ministry of Iraqi Films (Post Impact: 14%) explained that the government imposed the tax on telecom companies, which in turn passed the cost directly to consumers rather than paying it from their profits. Technology and Communications (Post Impact: 7%) detailed the price increases, noting that monthly subscriptions could rise by 7,000 to 20,000 IQD, and listed the specific companies affected by the decision from the Ministry of Communications. Hussein – IMADTech (Post Impact: 7%) also confirmed the increase, adding that some mobile data providers had not yet announced their new pricing.

8. Security Incidents and Attacks Target Forces Across Iraq

Several pages reported on multiple security incidents within Iraq, indicating ongoing internal tensions. Journalist Steven Nabil (Post Impact: 16%) shared a video allegedly showing a rocket attack on the Counter-Terrorism Service at the Baghdad military airport. In a separate post, Steven Nabil (Post Impact: 16%) also reported an attack on a location in Al-Qa’im used by Kata’ib Hezbollah elements. Meanwhile, East of Iraq (Post Impact: 12%) posted footage from the funeral of Reza Hassan, a member of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) from Diyala, who was reportedly killed in an American bombing. These posts highlight the volatile security situation affecting both Iraqi forces and paramilitary groups.

9. Politician Ezzat al-Shabandar Criticizes Iran and Iraqi Govt

Clips from an interview with veteran politician Ezzat al-Shabandar circulated widely, in which he offered sharp criticism of both Iran’s military strategy and the Iraqi government’s response. In a video shared by Ann Salah (Post Impact: 9%), al-Shabandar claimed that if former Supreme Leader Khamenei were alive, he would not have accepted an expansion of the war and would have focused strikes solely on Israel. In another clip from the same interview posted by Ann Salah (Post Impact: 6%), he criticized Prime Minister Al-Sudani and the ruling Coordination Framework for what he described as an irresponsible and weak response to American strikes targeting the Hashd al-Shaabi (PMF).

10. Drone Crashes on a House in Baghdad

A security incident in the capital was reported by multiple news-focused pages, detailing the crash of a drone onto a residential home. The page The Clean Brotherhood (Post Impact: 11%) was among the first to report the incident, stating that a drone had fallen on a house in the Jihad neighborhood of Baghdad. The news was also covered by Rusly Al-Maliki – رسلي المالكي (Post Impact: 3%), confirming the location of the crash. The posts did not provide further details on the drone’s origin or whether the incident caused any casualties.