Based on an analysis of 488 Facebook posts trending on October 25, 2025, Miqrab AI identified several key narratives circulating on Facebook in Iraq. The most engaged-with content included official government messaging praising the professionalism of the security forces, particularly the traffic police. Pre-election political discourse was also a dominant theme, with prominent figures like Ammar al-Hakim and Mohammed al-Halbousi making headlines for their statements on corruption and political strategy. Concurrently, there was significant positive coverage of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani’s development initiatives, alongside growing concerns about the re-emergence of sectarian rhetoric in political campaigns. Social media also featured popular satirical content, discussions about public figures, and human-interest stories.<\/p>\n
A narrative highlighting the professionalism and positive conduct of Iraqi security forces, particularly traffic police, gained the highest engagement. The Iraqi Ministry of Interior<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong> shared a video titled “Traffic police, high professionalism and good treatment… a story told by a citizen,”<\/em> which was also shared by the Baghdad Anti-Crime Directorate<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong>. Adding to this theme, the page Maher Mouhi::Voice of the Nation’s Protectors<\/a> (Post Impact: 12%)<\/strong> praised the exceptional discipline of a Ministry of Interior contractor who ranked first in his training course, stating, “Discipline that raises the head \ud83d\udcaa… Such examples raise the head and deserve respect \ud83d\udd25\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf6.”<\/em> These posts collectively portray a positive image of law enforcement and military personnel.<\/p>\n Ammar al-Hakim, leader of the National Wisdom Movement, was widely quoted for his stance against electoral corruption. The page Breaking News<\/a> (Post Impact: 15%)<\/strong> shared a video of him stating, “We don’t have political money, we don’t have vote-buying, and we don’t give empty promises. This is the cloak of Mr. Mohsen al-Hakim; we are not here to take votes and leave.”<\/em> This message was echoed by Iraqis Only – Iraqeen W Bas<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> and From Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong>, which both highlighted his assertion that his party lacks the “political money” for such practices. The posts frame al-Hakim and his movement as being committed to a clean electoral process, differentiating themselves from rivals who might use financial influence.<\/p>\n Mohammed al-Halbousi, leader of the Taqaddum Party, was the subject of significant political discussion. Alhurra 360<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong> reported on a purported leak involving Mohammed Nouri of Taqaddum, claiming that Raghad Saddam Hussein endorsed al-Halbousi as “the next project for Iraq”<\/em> and urged citizens to vote for him. In a separate context, the page The Clean Brotherhood<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> quoted al-Halbousi admitting that “The mistake that happened in 2022 by handing over the Ministry of Education to an unintended political party will not be repeated.”<\/em> This statement was framed as a commitment to ensuring suitable individuals are placed in key positions based on merit rather than political dealings.<\/p>\n Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani received positive coverage across several pages, highlighting his leadership and public reception. Mohammed Jabbar<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%)<\/strong> featured a clip from his show “Bwodouh” asking how Lieutenant General Najim al-Jubouri described the Prime Minister. Multiple pages, including The Government Palace<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> and Iraq Plus Network<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong>, shared videos of crowds in Basra enthusiastically greeting Al Sudani at Al-Fayhaa Stadium, portraying it as a sign of genuine support for his reconstruction efforts. The Prime Minister’s own page, Engineer Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong>, reinforced this image by stating, “We will not pay attention to the voices of the orphans of the failures and the corrupt.”<\/em><\/p>\n The popular satirical program “Albasheer Show” continued to drive conversation on Iraqi social media with its comedic and political commentary. The official Albasheer Show – albasheer show<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> page posted a humorous reel about being questioned by a potential father-in-law on religious piety. Another post from the same page<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> satirically questioned the reasons behind actor Ghaleb Jawad’s candidacy in the elections. The show’s influence was further highlighted by the fact-checking page Tech 4 Peace<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong>, which addressed a request from Ahmed Al-Basheer to verify if politician Faleh al-Khazali had a “secret crush on Lana Del Rey,” explaining that personal feelings cannot be fact-checked.<\/p>\n The results of polls conducted by the National News Center recognizing public figures were shared by the winners, generating online discussion. MP Sajjad Salim<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> announced he was selected as the best deputy for Wasit province for 2025, calling it “a clear proof of the deep impact of our political approach.”<\/em> Similarly, journalist Muna Sami<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> thanked her followers and the National News Center after being ranked highly for the fourth consecutive year based on public voting. These posts highlight the role of such polls in affirming the public standing of politicians and media personalities.<\/p>\n Several pages expressed alarm over the use of sectarian language in the political arena. Ali Jawad<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> criticized an unnamed politician for speaking with a “tongue that denies favors and brings back the tune of sectarianism,”<\/em> attributing the current security to the fatwa of Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani. Salem Mashkour<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> posted a strong condemnation, asking, “Is there no one among you to stop the barking of this trafficker in sectarianism?”<\/em> These commentaries suggest a growing concern among social media users and commentators that divisive rhetoric is being used for political gain.<\/p>\n The Siyada (Sovereignty) Alliance, led by Khamis al-Khanjar, held a major rally where it presented its vision for the capital. Hussam Alhaj<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> reported that al-Khanjar declared, “Our project is the return of Baghdad to the heart of the Arab and Islamic world.”<\/em> This message was also covered by Steven Nabil<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong>, who noted the alliance’s call for Baghdad’s residents to maintain their unity. The posts indicate that a key part of the alliance’s electoral platform is centered on restoring the historical and cultural significance of Baghdad.<\/p>\n A statement made by Moin Al-Kadhimi sparked controversy and was covered by multiple pages. The page From Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> shared a post quoting him as saying, “All the people are the Badr Corps, aren’t they, you Ba’athists!”<\/em> The provocative nature of this statement was further highlighted by Wikileaks Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong>, which posted a follow-up video showing a reaction to the chant just one day after it was made. The coverage suggests that Al-Kadhimi’s chant was viewed as a divisive political statement, associating the general populace with a specific political and paramilitary organization.<\/p>\n A human-interest story about the search for a young man named Hussein, who drowned in the Tigris River, was followed by several pages. Nafs Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> reported that the volunteer diver, Zana Al-Kurdi, had apologized and left Baghdad, ending his search efforts. The page World Jokes with Iraqi Eyes<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> provided more details, quoting Zana’s apology and his explanation that a lack of equipment (a boat) and safety concerns from the victim’s family led to his decision. He predicted the body would eventually surface and be found by fishermen. The story highlights a moment of community solidarity and the challenges faced by volunteer rescuers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Based on an analysis of 488 Facebook posts trending on October 25, 2025, Miqrab AI identified several key narratives circulating on Facebook in Iraq. The most engaged-with content included official government messaging praising the professionalism of the security forces, particularly the traffic police. 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Ammar al-Hakim Declares His Movement is Against Vote-Buying<\/h2>\n
3. Political Discourse Surrounds Mohammed al-Halbousi<\/h2>\n
4. Widespread Public Support for Prime Minister Al Sudani<\/h2>\n
5. Satirical Content from “Albasheer Show” Sparks Discussion<\/h2>\n
6. National News Center Polls Recognizing Public Figures Gain Traction<\/h2>\n
7. Concerns Over Rising Sectarian Rhetoric During Elections<\/h2>\n
8. Siyada Alliance Outlines Vision for Baghdad’s Return to Prominence<\/h2>\n
9. Controversy Surrounds Moin Al-Kadhimi’s “Badr Corps” Chant<\/h2>\n
10. Diver Zana Al-Kurdi Halts Search for Drowned Man in Tigris<\/h2>\n