Based on an analysis of 475 Facebook posts by Miqrab AI, the primary narrative trending in Iraq on December 10, 2025, is the commemoration of the eighth anniversary of “Victory Day” over the ISIS terrorist organization. A vast number of high-engagement posts celebrate the sacrifices of the Iraqi security forces and martyrs, highlighting a strong sense of national pride and remembrance. Alongside this dominant theme, discussions also emerged around political criticism targeting Prime Minister Al-Sudani, widespread damage caused by severe rainfall and flooding, and official statements from both Iraqi and US officials marking the occasion. Social commentary, including controversy over an Egyptian actor’s behavior and viral comedic skits, also captured significant attention.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Commemorating the 8th Anniversary of Victory Day Over ISIS

The most dominant trend on Facebook is the commemoration of the eighth anniversary of Iraq’s victory over ISIS, referred to as Victory Day. Pages with the highest engagement shared patriotic videos and messages honoring the armed forces and the sacrifices of martyrs. The page Iraqi Special Operations Forces (Post Impact: 100%) posted a reel with the caption “Long live Iraq 🇮🇶”, which garnered massive interaction. Similarly, MP Mustafa Sanad – Mustafa Sanad (Post Impact: 91%) shared “moving clips of the youth of victory.” Creator Aziz Nasser – Aziz Nasser (Post Impact: 59%) posted an archival video from the siege of Baiji, thanking God, those who issued the fatwa, and those who sacrificed. Pages like Al Khuwa Al Nadhifa (Post Impact: 33%) and Set Ashwaq um al-Qanouniya (Post Impact: 15%) expressed pride and sorrow, remembering the heroism of all branches of the Iraqi forces.

2. Criticism of PM Al-Sudani Using Past Statements

A significant political trend involves pages criticizing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani by sharing old video clips of his statements made when he was a Member of Parliament. Commentator Haidar Al-Hamdani (Post Impact: 51%) posted a video stating he is “reviewing Al-Sudani’s statements when he was a deputy using VAR technology,” in a post about a “million dollar signature.” Similarly, activist Haidar Khalaf Ghazi (Post Impact: 34%) used the same VAR metaphor, sharing a clip where Al-Sudani previously stated he did not desire a second term, sarcastically noting, “The President is frank and does not want a second term 😂😂.” These posts aim to highlight perceived inconsistencies between his past and present positions.

3. Heavy Rains and Flooding Wreak Havoc Across Iraq

Numerous pages reported on the severe consequences of heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding in different parts of the country. The Baghdad page (Post Impact: 18%) shared a video of a school wall collapsing in Sulaymaniyah due to floods, causing panic among students. Another page, Maraya (Post Impact: 18%), highlighted the failure of services in Baghdad by showing a house reportedly worth one and a half billion dinars submerged in water. Al Khuwa Al Nadhifa (Post Impact: 12%) reported that flash floods caused the collapse of a bridge in Tuz Khurmatu. Tragically, Akher Al-Ahdath Al-Iraqiya (Post Impact: 15%) reported the death of two children in Dhi Qar after the roof of their dilapidated house collapsed due to the continuous rain.

4. Controversy Surrounding Egyptian Actor Mohamed Sobhy

A video clip showing Egyptian actor Mohamed Sobhy’s harsh treatment of his elderly driver sparked a wave of criticism on Iraqi Facebook pages. The Baghdad page (Post Impact: 15%) and Rusly Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 9%) both shared the video, which shows the actor becoming angry, yelling at the driver, snatching the car keys, and driving away himself, leaving the elderly man to run after the car. The pages noted that the actor’s behavior was widely condemned as “bad and arrogant,” generating angry reactions from viewers who sympathized with the driver.

5. Remembering the Sistani Fatwa’s Role in Defeating ISIS

Within the broader Victory Day narrative, several pages focused specifically on the historical significance of the “Jihad Fatwa” issued by Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani in 2014. The page Al Khaliya al-Tactikiya (Post Impact: 17%) published a detailed post explaining that the fatwa was the critical turning point that allowed the security forces to regroup and shift from defense to offense against ISIS. The page Thezelma (Post Impact: 22%) also celebrated that the battles were documented, preventing revisionists from “falsifying the facts.” Political figure Baqir Jabr al-Zubaidi (Post Impact: 5%) expressed his gratitude to the supreme religious authority for issuing the fatwa that led to victory.

6. Official Statements from Iraqi Leaders on Victory Day

Iraqi political leaders and government bodies issued official statements to mark Victory Day. The official page of Prime Minister Al-Sudani (Post Impact: 6%) reported on his reception of families of martyrs and wounded soldiers, emphasizing that the country’s current stability and development are thanks to their sacrifices. Former Prime Minister Nouri Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 6%) and former PM Ayad Allawi (Post Impact: 4%) also published messages commemorating the day and honoring the fighters. The Iraqi National Intelligence Service (Post Impact: 5%) issued a statement from its chief, congratulating the Iraqi people on the anniversary.

7. Security Forces Hold Internal Celebrations for Victory Day

Official pages of various security branches shared content showcasing their internal celebrations of Victory Day. The Iraqi Counter-Terrorism Service (ICTS) (Post Impact: 9%) posted photos and videos of its members celebrating, with one post stating they were celebrating with the families of martyrs and the wounded. The page Maher Mouhi::sout Hamaat al-Watan (Post Impact: 7%) shared an archival video of Major General Lafta Al-Mohammedawi during the battles, highlighting the bravery of the Federal Police. These posts serve to honor the specific role of these forces and boost the morale of their members.

8. Confusion Over School Closures Due to Severe Weather

The heavy rainfall led to public confusion about whether schools and government offices would be closed. Several local news pages provided clarifications. Diyala TV (Post Impact: 8%) initially responded to many inquiries by stating there was no holiday in Diyala, later updating that eight provinces had suspended school classes. In Mosul, pages like Bab Al-Toob (Post Impact: 4%) and Mosul – MOSUL (Post Impact: 2%) confirmed that work would continue as normal, putting an end to rumors in the city.

9. US Acknowledges Victory Day, Discusses Bilateral Relations

The United States’ role and its current relationship with Iraq were also part of the conversation. The U.S. Embassy Baghdad (Post Impact: 6%) issued a statement honoring the Iraqi Security Forces and the International Coalition, reaffirming America’s commitment to its partnership with Iraq. Concurrently, the page of Nouri Al-Maliki (Post Impact: 6%) reported that the former Prime Minister met with the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, Joshua Harris, to discuss the political situation and stressed the importance of economic and commercial cooperation based on the Strategic Framework Agreement.

10. Comedian Ahmed Waheed’s Skit on Divorce Goes Viral

Amidst serious political and commemorative topics, a comedic reel by creator Ahmed Waheed – Ahmed Waheed (Post Impact: 59%) achieved very high engagement. The short video, titled “Reasons for Divorce” and tagged with #Red_Cat, is a piece of social satire that resonated widely with Iraqi audiences. Its popularity demonstrates a strong appetite for entertainment and humorous commentary on social issues, providing a lighter counterpoint to the day’s more solemn themes of remembrance and crisis.