Based on an analysis of 400 posts by Miqrab AI, the dominant narrative on Iraqi Facebook on September 7, 2026, was the alleged assault on Iraqi students in Semnan, Iran, sparking widespread outrage and calls for government intervention. Other major topics included the high-profile arrest of journalist Qusai Shafiq on bribery charges, which prompted reactions from both supporters and his family. The Iraqi government’s announcement of job allocations for long-unemployed graduates also gained significant traction, alongside critical political commentary targeting specific figures and discussions about regional instability, particularly the conflict in Yemen and Iran’s internal dynamics.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Attack on Iraqi Students in Semnan, Iran

The most engaging story on Facebook involved reports of a repeated assault on Iraqi students in Semnan, Iran. Muhammad Nasser Khalif Muhammad Nasser Khalif (Post Impact: 100%) and Baghdad (Post Impact: 5%) shared videos claiming renewed attacks by Iranians. Ahmed Al-Washah (Post Impact: 7%) and Al-Anbar My Province (Post Impact: 11%) stated that around 150 students were besieged in their dormitories, calling for immediate government intervention. A post by Last Iraqi Events (Post Impact: 6%) detailed a student’s account of being attacked by approximately 400 armed and intoxicated individuals. In response, Maraya (Post Impact: 5%) reported that the Iraqi Foreign Ministry questioned Iran, asking, “By what right are Iraqi students attacked?”, while Al-Khuwa Al-Nathifa (Post Impact: 12%) shared a statement from the Iraqi Embassy in Tehran announcing the crisis had been “contained” and students were granted a month’s leave.

2. Arrest of Journalist Qusai Shafiq on Bribery Charges

The arrest of journalist Qusai Shafiq was a major topic, with several pages covering the news from different perspectives. Al-Khuwa Al-Nathifa (Post Impact: 75%) reported that security forces arrested Shafiq “red-handed while receiving a bribe of 45 million dinars” in connection with an extortion case. The page Baghdad (Post Impact: 15%) also covered the arrest, noting that Shafiq was one of the “most prominent critics of corruption files.” Following the arrest, the page La Manie Ma’a al-Doctor Qusai Shafiq (Post Impact: 6%), associated with the journalist, published an appeal from his family to the United Nations, expressing concern over the lack of official information and calling for his legal and human rights to be guaranteed.

3. Government Promises Jobs for “Old Graduates”

The Iraqi government’s directive to address unemployment among long-term graduates generated significant discussion. The official Government of Iraq – Al-Hukumah al-Iraqia page (Post Impact: 9%) announced that Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaydi had instructed the Ministry of Finance to allocate job grades or contracts for “old graduates” within the federal budget, based on the actual needs of ministries. This news was echoed by pages like Diyala TV (Post Impact: 5%) and Last Iraqi Events (Post Impact: 3%), which congratulated the graduates. The context for this directive was highlighted by Al Jazeera – Iraq (Post Impact: 3%), which shared a video of graduates in Baghdad protesting and demanding appointments.

4. Criticism of Figure Abu Habib al-Safi

A highly impactful video from the page Muhammad Nasser Khalif Muhammad Nasser Khalif (Post Impact: 93%) circulated criticism directed at a figure named Abu Habib al-Safi. The post’s caption claims that, according to al-Safi, defending Iraqis is considered to be “Ba’athist and an embassy son.” This statement portrays al-Safi as dismissive of Iraqi national sentiment, labeling those who defend the country with politically charged and derogatory terms. The high engagement suggests this criticism resonated strongly with the page’s audience, framing a narrative of political figures being out of touch with or hostile towards patriotic Iraqis.

5. Developments in the Yemen Conflict

The ongoing conflict in Yemen was a topic of detailed military analysis. The page Al-Khalia al-Tactikiya (Post Impact: 17%) shared and analyzed a video released by the Houthis, which allegedly shows the targeting of “trucks loaded with weapons and ammunition coming from Saudi Arabia” with short-range ballistic missiles. The page provided a technical breakdown of the Qaher-1 missile used in the attack. Meanwhile, Hussein Imran (Post Impact: 1%) offered a broader strategic analysis, reporting that Saudi-backed forces have opened new counter-fronts in Al-Bayda and Al-Jawf to “tatter the Houthi forces” and relieve pressure on Taiz. The analysis concludes that while the Houthis have not collapsed, they are no longer the only party dictating the location of battles.

6. Political Accusations by Figure ‘Abu Iraq’

Clips from the program “Al-Qarar Lakum” featured a political figure identified as “Abu Iraq” making serious accusations. In one video shared by Sahar Abbas Jamil (Post Impact: 9%), Abu Iraq is seen reacting to a question about politician Khamis al-Khanjar. In another widely viewed clip from the same page (Post Impact: 5%), Abu Iraq claims that the director of the Habbaniyah sub-district is a “terrorist” who was appointed by the Anbar Provincial Council. These posts highlight a narrative of exposing alleged corruption and security threats involving political figures in Anbar, with “Abu Iraq” positioned as a whistleblower on the program.

7. Celebrity Opinions on Singer Kadim Al Sahir

The status of Iraqi singer Kadim Al Sahir in the Arab music scene was discussed in two separate clips posted by Al-I’lami Qahtan Adnan (Post Impact: 12%). The first clip featured Syrian singer George Wassouf sharing his opinion on Kadim Al Sahir during an interview with presenter Nishan. A second post from the same page (Post Impact: 2%) showed singer Qasim Al Sultan responding to a comparison, stating that Kadim Al Sahir’s voice is superior to that of Fadel Shaker. These posts generated engagement among fans by highlighting commentary from other famous artists about one of Iraq’s most renowned cultural figures.

8. Commentary on Iran’s Stability and Influence

Commentator Rusly Al-Maliki posted two pieces reflecting on Iran’s political situation and its potential impact on Iraq. In one post, Rusly Al-Maliki – Rusli Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 6%) questioned Iran’s status as a superpower, sarcastically asking if it was a great nation or one that he could “mess up… while sitting at home.” In another post, Rusly Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 2%) presented what he called the “most terrifying scenario” for Iraq: the fall of the Iranian regime, which he predicts would cause Iranian leaders and over a million refugees to flee to Iraq and establish a “state of the jurist” there, making Iraq the “new besieged Iran.”

9. Sheikh Ghaith Al-Tamimi’s Political Predictions

Two videos featured political commentator Sheikh Ghaith Al-Tamimi making bold predictions about the region’s future. The page Ghaith Al-Tamimi – Ghaith Al-Tamimi (Post Impact: 3%) shared a clip in which the Sheikh declared, “The war is decided… Khamenei’s axis is finished!”, suggesting the imminent collapse of the Iranian-led regional alliance. A second video from the same page (Post Impact: 2%) featured another prediction from a recent interview, in which Al-Tamimi warned that “The next month will be harsh for Iraqis!” These posts collectively portray a narrative of impending regional upheaval with significant negative consequences for Iraq.

10. Sighting of the Star Canopus (Suhail)

Several pages shared the news of the imminent appearance of the star Canopus, known in Arabic as Suhail, an event traditionally associated with the coming of cooler weather. Telescope Iraq (Post Impact: 4%) announced that the people of Basra would be able to see the star for the first time this year before sunrise. Similarly, Bab Al-Toob (Post Impact: 3%) and Mosul – MOSUL (Post Impact: 2%) described it as “joyful news for winter lovers.” This topic provided a light, cultural counterpoint to the day’s dominant political and security news.