Based on an analysis of 374 Facebook posts trending on October 11, 2026, Miqrab AI identified several key narratives circulating in Iraq. The dominant conversations centered on domestic politics, with significant engagement around posts showing support for Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi and his economic initiatives. This was closely followed by widespread public concern and debate over economic instability, particularly related to the currency exchange rate and its impact on housing contracts and consumer prices. Major security events also captured attention, including a violent assault on a family in Baghdad that led to swift arrests, and a regional incident involving an attack on Riyadh’s airport. Other notable topics included a judicial crackdown on social media creators for “indecent content” and recurring allegations of high-level political corruption.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Support for PM Ali Al-Zaidi and His Initiatives

A prominent narrative across several pages involved expressions of support for Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi’s leadership and policies. Hayder Al-Hamdani (Post Impact: 26%) shared a video claiming, “The people are satisfied with President Ali Al-Zaidi.” In a segment on her program, Sahar Abbas Jameel (Post Impact: 8%) featured political analyst Aras Al-Hamad, who argued that established political parties are attempting to undermine Al-Zaidi “because he is a statesman.” Meanwhile, the official Media Office of the Iraqi Prime Minister (Post Impact: 7%) highlighted the Prime Minister’s work by publicizing his meeting with executives from TotalEnergies and ConocoPhillips to discuss investments in Iraq’s oil and gas sector.

2. Economic Turmoil Over Currency Exchange Rate

Economic anxiety was a major theme, focusing on the changing currency exchange rate and rising prices. Set Ashwaq Umm Al-Qanouniya (Post Impact: 14%) detailed how some residential complexes are allegedly forcing homeowners to pay their Iraqi Dinar-based mortgages in US dollars or face increased installments, a move the page questioned as a breach of contract. Concurrently, Dr. Aziz Rahim (Post Impact: 9%) pointed to a “large increase in airline tickets” due to rising jet fuel prices. Pages like Baghdad (Post Impact: 3%) and Khan Jaghan (Post Impact: 2%) amplified claims by former MP Hussein Arab that a political party had inside information and bought $200 million before the rate change was officially announced. In response to the market volatility, the Security Media Cell (Post Impact: 2%) issued a statement clarifying that the exchange rate is a financial matter and security forces have no directive to intervene in the market.

3. Attack on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport

A regional security incident drew significant attention after reports of an attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Clean Brotherhood (Post Impact: 14%) reported that passenger terminal 4 was struck by an “unknown projectile,” causing a fire, and that a cruise missile was intercepted nearby. Following the event, the Government of Iraq page (Post Impact: 6%) published an official statement condemning the attack. Commentator Steven Nabil (Post Impact: 3%) attributed the strike to the Houthis and suggested the images of injured pilgrims would “have a great impact.”

4. Creators of ‘Indecent Content’ Arrested in Baghdad

Garnering massive engagement, a post from Hayder Al-Hamdani (Post Impact: 100%) announced a judicial action against social media personalities. The post states that the judge of the Third Karkh Court ordered the arrest of the individuals known as “أصحاب طعم الرجولة” (owners of the taste of manhood). They were reportedly detained on charges of producing and disseminating “indecent content” and have been referred to the Misdemeanors Court to face trial.

5. Arrests Made After Violent Assault on Baghdad Family

Iraqi pages widely followed the aftermath of a viral video showing a family being brutally assaulted in the Al-Hurriya area of Baghdad. Authorities responded quickly, with Maher Mouhi::Voice of the Nation’s Protectors (Post Impact: 10%) and From Baghdad (Post Impact: 3%) reporting that all perpetrators were arrested under the direct orders of an official named Al-Awadi. The page Latest Iraqi Events (Post Impact: 8%) added context, claiming the entire violent altercation began over a dispute involving just 10,000 Iraqi dinars.

6. Destruction of Ba’ath-Era Historical Archives Criticized

A story sparking alarm about the preservation of national history was shared by commentator Rusly Al-Maliki – رسلي المالكي (Post Impact: 6%) and his other page Rusly Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 2%). The posts described a “disaster befalling Iraq’s history,” alleging that the Accountability and Justice Commission is systematically destroying thousands of historical documents from the Ba’ath era. This archive reportedly includes newspapers, academic theses, magazines, and books. The author decried the act as erasing the nation’s memory and reported that the destruction has now reached the University of Mosul, asking rhetorically, “Have the Mongols returned again!?”

7. Corruption Allegations Target Political Figures in Iraq

Allegations of high-level corruption were a recurring theme. On her program, Sahar Abbas Jameel (Post Impact: 6%) hosted political analyst Aras Al-Hamad, who accused a figure named Al-Jumaili of having “made a national reconciliation in ‘corruption’” that unites politicians across sectarian lines. Another segment on the same page featured commentator Al-Shabandar stating that “politicians’ families are mafias for stealing the country.” Separately, the page Ali Al-Khayyal (Post Impact: 2%) published detailed accusations against Ibrahim Al-Tamim, the Deputy Governor of Kirkuk, alleging he has engaged in illicit land deals and abuse of power.

8. Public Holiday Announced for Martyrdom of Fatima Al-Zahra

Two pages, Nafs Iraq (Post Impact: 5%) and Eyes of Iraq (Post Impact: 4%), shared identical announcements regarding an upcoming public holiday. The posts informed the public that official work will be suspended in all provinces on Sunday, October 25, to mark the religious occasion of the martyrdom of Lady Fatima Al-Zahra.

9. Prominent Diyala Sheikh Dies in Al-Hout Prison

The death of a notable tribal figure from Diyala in state custody was reported by Anbar, My Province (Post Impact: 4%) and its affiliated page. The posts announced the death of Sheikh Abbas Al-Mufriji in Al-Hout prison. According to the pages, Sheikh Al-Mufriji was arrested by American forces in 2005 on charges related to “resistance” activities. The posts claim that he died in prison despite having already completed his 20-year sentence.

10. Launch of ‘Future City’ Real Estate Project in Baghdad

The launch of a major new real estate development in the capital was covered by business and development-focused pages. The Clean Brotherhood (Post Impact: 3%) and Baghdad Projects (Post Impact: 1%) reported on the sales launch for “Future City,” a project by Modon for Real Estate Development. The project is described as a massive, integrated community on a 2.5 million square meter plot near Al-Liqa Square. It is planned to include modern housing, green spaces, commercial centers, and other modern infrastructure, aiming to provide a new standard of living in Baghdad.