Based on a Miqrab AI analysis of 456 Facebook posts trending in Iraq on October 24, 2025, the social media landscape was dominated by criticism of the government’s priorities, juxtaposing foreign aid with domestic neglect. A highly engaging story contrasted Prime Minister al-Sudani’s financial support for Syria with the poor educational conditions in Muthanna province. Another significant narrative was the Sadrist movement’s extensive fundraising campaign for Gaza, which saw participation from prominent figures and the general public, demonstrating a strong sense of solidarity. Concurrently, a government initiative to simplify housing loans for employees by removing the guarantor requirement garnered positive attention. Other key topics included the Sadrist movement’s inauguration of a new charity hospital, viral praise for former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki’s economic record, and discussions surrounding political tensions and security deployments in Kirkuk.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Criticism of Government over Poor School Conditions in Muthanna

A widely circulated video sparked outrage by contrasting the Iraqi government’s financial support for Syria with the dire state of a school in Muthanna province. The posts from Haidar Al-Hamdani (Post Impact: 100%) and Al-Mirsad Press (Post Impact: 29%) highlighted a “heart-wrenching scene” of children receiving lessons from a single teacher under a cloth tent in the desert. These pages frame the situation as a clear example of misplaced government priorities, criticizing Prime Minister al-Sudani’s administration for providing aid abroad while Iraqi children lack basic educational facilities at home.

2. Sadrist Movement Leads Donation Campaign for Gaza

In response to a call from Muqtada al-Sadr, a widespread donation campaign to support Gaza gained significant traction on Facebook. Pages like Hussam Alhaj (Post Impact: 56%) and Hakem Al-Zamili (Post Impact: 17%) shared photos and statements of their participation, emphasizing that “the Palestinian cause is a moral and humanitarian issue before being an ideological one.” The Private Office of His Eminence Muqtada al-Sadr (Post Impact: 36%) also highlighted donations from prominent figures, including Ali Moamal Muhammad Muhammad Sadiq al-Sadr, and posted about contributions from staff in Al-Hanana, showcasing broad support for the initiative within the Sadrist movement.

3. Government Eliminates Sponsor Requirement for Employee Housing Loans

A new government directive aimed at simplifying housing loans for state employees was a major topic of discussion. The Prime Minister’s official page, Engineer Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani (Post Impact: 7%), and the Media Office of the Iraqi Prime Minister (Post Impact: 9%) issued statements explaining the move. The new policy eliminates the need for a guarantor for employees whose salaries are domiciled in a bank, offering an insurance policy against default as an alternative. Supportive pages like Maher Mouhi::Voice of the Homeland’s Protectors (Post Impact: 22%) and The Governmental Palace (Post Impact: 16%) celebrated the decision, stating that the government “ended the legend of the sponsor” to make it easier for employees to obtain decent housing.

4. Sadrist Movement Inaugurates Addiction Treatment Hospital in Baghdad

The Peace Companies (Saraya al-Salam) announced the opening of the new building for the Ata Al-Sadr Charity Hospital for Addiction Treatment and Psychological Rehabilitation. Two posts from the Peace Companies – Central Media Directorate (Post Impact: 13%) and a video reel from the same page here (Post Impact: 21%) provided details about the opening ceremony. The event was held under the patronage of Muqtada al-Sadr and supervised by the Jihadist معاون, Haj Abu Mustafa al-Hamidawi. The new six-story facility in Baghdad is built to high international health standards, with a capacity of 300 beds, and is considered a significant step in the field of addiction treatment in Iraq. The posts state the project is a continuous charity for the soul of the late Ayatollah Muhammad al-Sadr.

5. Satirical Program “Albasheer Show” Promotes New Episode

The popular satirical program Albasheer Show generated buzz with posts promoting its latest episode. The official page Albasheer Show posted a short teaser reel here (Post Impact: 22%) and a separate announcement here (Post Impact: 11%) for the full episode on YouTube. Using the hashtag #اكس_ومربع (X and Square), the posts invited followers to watch the new content with the phrase “Pass by, let’s see you,” creating anticipation among the show’s large audience.

6. Video of Poet Praising Nouri al-Maliki’s Era Goes Viral

A video featuring a poet from Diwaniyah praising the era of former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki circulated on several pages. Breaking News (Post Impact: 13%) and Ammar Al-Hilfi (Post Impact: 13%) shared the clip, in which the poet claims that during Maliki’s time, “pockets were heavy, and we traveled, built our homes, and bought cars.” The posts highlight a nostalgic view of economic prosperity under Maliki’s leadership, contrasting it with the current economic situation.

7. Iraqi Army Intervenes Amid Tensions in Altun Kupri, Kirkuk

Reports emerged of the Iraqi Army’s deployment to the Altun Kupri sub-district in Kirkuk to restore order following rising tensions. Support Iraqi Security Forces (Post Impact: 12%) shared a video showing the army’s presence and stated that their intervention was to “impose security.” Another page, Atilla Aga (Post Impact: 5%), also commented on the situation, calling for restraint and noting that the tensions were related to election campaigning, emphasizing that “everyone has the right to celebrate and promote for the elections.”

8. Discussions on the Arrival of US Envoy Mark Savaya

The arrival of Mark Savaya, described as an envoy for former US President Donald Trump, spurred discussion on Iraqi social media. Journalists and commentators framed his visit as a significant political development. A video from Journalist Qahtan Adnan (Post Impact: 6%) announced his arrival with the phrase “The hot water has come,” suggesting his visit could signal major changes. Similarly, Ann Salah (Post Impact: 9%) questioned the nature of his presence in a segment titled, “The presence of Trump’s envoy… blatant interference or part of the partnership?” The posts reflect apprehension and speculation about the purpose and impact of Savaya’s visit on Iraqi politics.

9. Reports of Rain and Storms Across Iraq

Several Facebook pages reported on weather changes, specifically the arrival of rain and thunderstorms in different parts of Iraq. The page Baghdad (Post Impact: 7%) shared a video showing heavy rain and thunderstorms on the Iraqi-Syrian border. In a similar vein, Nafas Iraq (Post Impact: 6%) posted about the Iraqi sky, heralding the weather as a sign of good things to come with the message, “Goodness is coming, God willing.” These posts captured public attention on the changing autumn weather.

10. Khamis al-Khanjar Defends Kurdish Support for Displaced Sunnis

Statements by politician Khamis al-Khanjar defending the Kurdish community were shared by news pages. According to posts from Nineveh (Post Impact: 4%) and Iraqi Media Center (Post Impact: 3%), al-Khanjar urged his supporters not to criticize the Kurds. He reminded them that “they stood with us during the difficult time of displacement while others prevented us from crossing the Bzebiz checkpoint.” His comments were positioned as a call for unity and a reminder of the support provided by the Kurdistan region to Sunni Arabs who were displaced during the war against ISIS.