Based on an analysis of 586 X / Twitter posts trending on April 28, 2026, Miqrab AI identified several key narratives circulating in Iraq. The foremost discussions centered on domestic Iraqi affairs, including a major political transition with the nomination of Ali al-Zaydi as the new Prime Minister and a significant security operation targeting the militia figure “Abu Dira'” in Baghdad. Alongside these local events, users commented extensively on unusual spring weather, contrasting recent heavy rains with the heat and dust of previous years. Regional politics were also a dominant theme, with conversations focused on the UAE’s reported withdrawal from OPEC, Iran’s severe economic crisis amid US sanctions, and commentary on national identity in relation to neighboring countries. Finally, the high engagement with international stories, such as a US arrest warrant for James Comey and posts by India’s Prime Minister, indicates the global nature of trending topics among Iraqi users.

Today’s Top 10 X (Twitter) Trends in Iraq:

1. Iraq Experiences Unusually Cool and Rainy Spring Weather

Accounts on X celebrated the pleasant spring weather in Iraq, highlighting a significant deviation from previous years. Dr. Hussein Al-Safi (Post Impact: 15%) contrasted the current conditions of 21°C and heavy rain with the dust storms and near 40°C temperatures of the same day last year, stating, “we in Iraq for the first time in years feel the spring season and its beauty.” Similarly, Haydar (Post Impact: 2%) shared a satellite image showing a significant increase in vegetation across the Middle East, particularly in Iraq, attributing the greening to the recent wave of rain. The general sentiment was one of pleasant surprise and appreciation for the change in climate.

2. Security Crackdown on Militia Figure “Abu Dira'” in Baghdad

A major security operation in Baghdad targeting Ismael al-Lami, widely known as “Abu Dira’,” was a dominant topic of discussion. Multiple accounts, including Haydar (Post Impact: 1%) and Shaho Al-Qaradaghi (Post Impact: 1%), reported that the Al-Rusafa Intelligence Directorate raided his headquarters in Sadr City, confiscating heavy and medium weapons. Posts from Salim Al-Jumaili (Post Impact: 0%) and Ahmad Alwishah (Post Impact: 1%) noted that an arrest warrant was issued for “threatening” officials at the Municipality of Baghdad and recalled his notorious past during the sectarian violence, where he was known as the “Butcher of Baghdad.” The Interior Ministry’s statement, shared by Haydar (Post Impact: 0%), confirmed the seizure of 13 vehicles, large quantities of weapons, and the arrest of two associates, with the manhunt for Abu Dira’ continuing.

3. Ali al-Zaydi Nominated as New Prime Minister

The nomination of Ali al-Zaydi to form the next Iraqi government generated widespread reaction. Former Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi (Post Impact: 1%) congratulated al-Zaydi, calling the selection of a “youthful element” an opportunity to move the state forward. Conversely, other accounts raised questions about the selection process. Ali Farhan ali farhan (Post Impact: 1%) claimed the nomination was the result of a “firm” American message that forced the Coordination Framework to break its deadlock. The account of the Iraqi Prime Minister’s Media Office (Post Impact: 0%) reported that al-Zaydi received a congratulatory call from his Jordanian counterpart, Jafar Hassan. Meanwhile, ahmedmeckya (Post Impact: 1%) listed ten characteristics that differentiate al-Zaydi from previous politicians, noting he has no prior political or governmental experience and has not met with Iran’s Supreme Leader.

4. US News: Arrest Warrant Issued for James Comey

A post from the American account Nick Sortor (Post Impact: 100%) achieved exceptionally high engagement among Iraqi users. The post announced that an arrest warrant, not a court summons, had been issued for former FBI Director James Comey by a federal judge in North Carolina. According to the post, the judge ordered US Marshals to take Comey into custody, with the author enthusiastically proclaiming, “COMEY MUGSHOT INCOMING! 🔥”. This story, while centered on US domestic affairs, was the single most impactful post in the analyzed dataset, indicating significant interest in the topic within Iraq.

5. Indian Prime Minister Modi’s Posts Trend in Iraq

Two posts from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Post Impact: 17%) and (Post Impact: 14%) garnered significant attention and engagement in Iraq. While unrelated to Iraqi or Middle Eastern affairs, their high impact score indicates they were a trending topic. The first post praised the women associated with Banas Dairy in Uttar Pradesh, congratulating them for receiving bonuses directly in their bank accounts. The second post highlighted his government’s focus on women and girls, describing a women’s conference in Kashi as a “celebration of the worship and development of women’s power.”

6. UAE Withdraws from OPEC Amidst Gulf Tensions

Reports of the United Arab Emirates officially withdrawing from OPEC circulated widely, with commentators framing it as a major development in an ongoing rivalry with Saudi Arabia. Haydar (Post Impact: 1%) announced the news and linked it to the “ongoing Emirati-Saudi conflict.” Dr. Hussein Al-Safi (Post Impact: 6%) described the situation as a “formal divorce” between two Gulf states, with Kuwait and Bahrain siding with one, and Qatar and Oman with the other. Salim Al-Jumaili (Post Impact: 1%) analyzed the potential consequences, predicting that an increase in UAE production could lead to a significant drop in oil prices, posing a severe economic challenge to oil-dependent nations like Iraq and Iran.

7. Anwar Al-Hamdani on Iraqi and Saudi Identity

In a widely seen post, journalist Anwar Al-Hamdani (Post Impact: 4%) addressed a question about obtaining Saudi citizenship. He unequivocally affirmed his Iraqi nationality, stating, “My citizenship is Iraqi 🇮🇶 from my grandfather’s grandfather and it will remain so, despite the followers of the Iranian regime in my country Iraq.” At the same time, he expressed a deep connection to Saudi Arabia, describing it as being “bigger than citizenship” and an “affiliation to the Arabian Peninsula, the land of the Two Holy Mosques, and the capital of Arab and international decision-making which I am proud of in mind, heart, and conscience 💚.”

8. Iran’s Economic Crisis and US Negotiations

Several accounts discussed reports of Iran’s worsening economic crisis due to US sanctions, alongside potential negotiations. Mahdi Majeed (Post Impact: 1%) reported that some Iranian oil wells have gone offline because storage tanks are full, which could lead to long-term damage. Rusly Al-Maliki 🇮🇶 رسلي المالكي (Post Impact: 1%), citing a Pakistani official, claimed that Tehran is asking Washington to lift the siege on its ports in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Liqaa Maki (Post Impact: 1%) analyzed this as a significant development, suggesting Iran is now willing to give up its “golden card,” which may signal weakness to the US.

9. Praise for Outgoing PM Al-Sudani’s Government

With the nomination of a new prime minister, some users reflected positively on the tenure of the outgoing Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani. Ammar Al-Hakim | عمار الحكيم (Post Impact: 1%) praised Al-Sudani for managing the government with “efficiency and responsibility” and for his work on service and economic issues, which he claimed “positively reflected on citizens’ trust.” Ibrahim AlSumaidaie (Post Impact: 0%), while believing Al-Sudani deserved a second term, commended him for choosing to “lose big rather than cause a single drop of Iraqi blood” by avoiding a direct confrontation with factions over US-Iran tensions.

10. Politicians Use X for Personal Statements and Grievances

A noticeable trend involved political figures using the X platform to issue personal statements and air grievances. Faiq Al-Sheikh Ali/My word for history (Post Impact: 1%) addressed his followers directly, asserting his right to choose his own friendships and relationships without their interference, stating, “it is not your right to interfere in my relationships and friendships at all.” In a different post, Emad Al Musafir (Post Impact: 1%) used the platform to explain to his followers, particularly the “Shiite audience,” the origin of his dispute with the Communications and Media Commission, claiming the issue arose because “they don’t accept me talking about al-Khanjar.” These posts exemplify a pattern of using social media for direct, personal communication with the public.