Based on an analysis of 407 Facebook posts trending in Iraq on July 20, 2026, Miqrab AI identified several key narratives. A major scandal involving a man with a primary school education impersonating a surgeon in Baghdad dominated conversations, sparking public outrage. Other significant topics included protests by wounded war veterans demanding better salaries, controversy surrounding a Sunni Endowment event commemorating Turkey’s 2016 failed coup attempt, and widespread discussion of corruption allegations targeting former minister Ahmed Al-Asadi. Social and political issues also featured prominently, including calls for government employment for long-time graduates and reports on escalating military tensions between the United States and Iran in the region.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Man with Primary Education Posed as Surgeon in Baghdad

A story about a man with only a primary school education who allegedly performed surgical operations in major private hospitals in Baghdad gained significant traction. The page Haider Al-Hamdani (Post Impact: 36%) reported that the individual used social media to promote himself and build a false reputation. A follow-up post from the same page explained the details of his arrest, with Haider Al-Hamdani (Post Impact: 28%) sharing a clip where the Royal Hospital revealed the truth about the “fraudster doctor.” This case sparked widespread concern about the oversight of medical professionals in private healthcare facilities.

2. Wounded Veterans Protest for Improved Salaries

The plight of wounded Iraqi war veterans protesting for better pay was a prominent and emotional topic. Journalist Ahmed Al-Rikabi (Post Impact: 34%) shared powerful images of the veterans, highlighting their sacrifices with comments like, “I lost my eye, my stomach, and part of my head..! Should I sacrifice more while Iraq deserves it..!” The post lamented that these heroes now “are on the ground demanding to improve their salaries, nothing more..!” The page Maher Mouhi::Voice of the Nation’s Protectors (Post Impact: 3%) amplified this message by sharing a video, originally posted by Al-Rikabi, of a wounded Interior Ministry officer expressing his unwavering dedication to Iraq despite his injuries.

3. Sunni Endowment’s Turkish Coup Memorial Sparks Controversy

The Sunni Endowment’s decision to hold a memorial service for the victims of the 2016 failed coup attempt against Turkish President Erdoğan drew significant online debate. Both The Clean Brotherhood (Post Impact: 25%) and World Jokes Through Iraqi Eyes (Post Impact: 2%) reported that the event was held at the Al-Qadiriyya Shrine in Baghdad and was attended by the Turkish Ambassador. The pages noted that holding an official Iraqi state event for a political matter concerning another country “sparked widespread reaction and questions on social media” regarding its appropriateness and purpose.

4. Corruption Allegations Swirl Around Former Minister Al-Asadi

Allegations of corruption against former Minister of Labor Ahmed Al-Asadi were widely circulated and discussed. The story gained momentum after a post from The Clean Brotherhood (Post Impact: 22%), which cited Coordination Framework leader Amer Al-Fayez stating that Prime Minister Al-Zaydi intended to arrest Al-Asadi on corruption charges upon his return from travel. Other pages like Ardah (Post Impact: 1%) shared unconfirmed reports of seized assets, including “16 billion dinars, 4 kg of gold, and 100 Rolex watches.” In response, Breaking News (Post Impact: 2%) reported Al-Asadi’s denial, quoting him as saying, “Your words are inaccurate, no arrest warrant has been issued against me… I am being subjected to smear campaigns.”

5. High-Impact Call to Appoint Long-Time Graduates

A highly impactful video from Aziz Nasser (Post Impact: 100%) advocated for the government appointment of “old graduates,” referring to individuals who have been waiting for public sector jobs for many years. The post argues that this is standard practice in other countries, where new positions are created as old ones are eliminated through retirement or attrition. Nasser frames the issue as a fundamental right, stating, “This is their natural right (appointment).” The post’s extremely high impact rate indicates that the issue of graduate unemployment and the public hiring process is a major point of frustration and resonates strongly with the Iraqi public.

6. Journalist to Sue “Abu Janna” Over Blackmail Claims

A public dispute erupted after an individual known as “Abu Janna” claimed in a video that a group of journalists had attempted to blackmail him financially. In response, journalist Haider Khalaf Ghazi (Post Impact: 18%) announced his intention to file a legal complaint, challenging Abu Janna to publicly name the accused journalists or face consequences for damaging the media’s reputation. Ghazi argued that such broad accusations “harm the reputation of the media body and undermine citizens’ trust in the fourth estate.” Meanwhile, Baghdad Network (Post Impact: 2%) shared a clip of Abu Janna explaining that he had not fled Iraq but had taken his family abroad for their safety and intended to return.

7. Reports of Escalating US-Iran Military Conflict

Reports of escalating military conflict between the United States and Iran were shared across several pages, indicating high public interest in regional security. The Tactical Cell (Post Impact: 2%) reported that US forces had begun “a wave of raids on southern and western Iran.” Similarly, Rusly Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 2%) specifically mentioned American airstrikes targeting the area around Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant. The conflict appeared to be expanding, as another post from The Tactical Cell (Post Impact: 2%) detailed a drone and missile attack on US bases in Kuwait, with the Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense reportedly engaging hostile targets.

8. Ministry of Interior Announces Police Recruitment Drive

The Iraqi Ministry of Interior generated significant public interest by announcing the start of a new recruitment drive. In an initial post, the ministry’s official page, Iraqi Ministry of Interior (Post Impact: 10%), issued a notice that the application link for the 13th session of the Police Commissioners’ Training Institute would be published soon, advising applicants to prepare their documents. A subsequent post from the Iraqi Ministry of Interior (Post Impact: 13%) provided the official application link, directing interested individuals to the recruitment portal to begin the process.

9. Coordination Framework Vows No Political Cover for Corruption

Amid a national conversation about anti-corruption campaigns, multiple pages shared an official statement from the ruling Coordination Framework. Both Ahmed Al-Thawaq (Post Impact: 2%) and Hisham Ali :: Husham Ali (Post Impact: 1%) reported the coalition’s declaration: “We will not provide political cover for any person whom the competent judicial authorities prove to be involved in corruption cases.” This statement was widely interpreted as a direct response to the developing corruption allegations against former minister Ahmed Al-Asadi, a member of the Framework, and an attempt to reassure the public of the coalition’s commitment to accountability.

10. Citizens Decry Poor Conditions in Public Facilities

Frustrations with the deteriorating state of public services were highlighted in several posts reflecting citizen grievances. Diyala Diyala TV (Post Impact: 10%) shared a video showing a citizen in Diyala suffering from extreme heat while waiting at a government department with inadequate air conditioning. In a similar vein, Ammar Al-Halfi (Post Impact: 8%) posted a clip revealing dire conditions inside a hospital, remarking that “the Iraqi is humiliated even when he dies.” These posts capture a widespread sense of public discontent with the quality of basic services and infrastructure.