Based on a Miqrab AI analysis of 404 X \/ Twitter posts trending in Iraq on November 22, 2025, the digital conversation was dominated by a blend of religious commentary and intense political maneuvering surrounding the formation of the next government. The most impactful topic was a statement from cleric Muqtada al-Sadr regarding the historical account of Fatima al-Zahra’s death. Simultaneously, extensive discussion focused on former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki’s political activities, including his visit to Erbil to meet with Kurdish leaders and his party’s nomination of him for the premiership, which drew both support and widespread criticism. Other significant narratives included growing concerns over Iran’s severe environmental crises, particularly water shortages, and domestic social tensions, highlighted by a protest led by clerics against a planned music concert in Basra.<\/p>\n
A statement from influential Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr regarding the historical circumstances of Fatima al-Zahra’s death generated the highest engagement of the day. The post by Muqtada al-Sayyid Muhammad al-Sadr<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong>, which featured an image of his handwritten message, was widely shared and discussed. Political analyst Shaho Al-Qaradaghi<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong> quoted al-Sadr’s message, highlighting the lines: “Whoever tries to deny the ‘breaking of her rib’ will face her sorrow, for she was harmed, her inheritance from her father was usurped, and her husband was wronged.”<\/em> Another account, Sabah Al-Saeedy<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong>, noted that al-Sadr also launched the hashtag #\u0627\u0644\u0632\u0647\u0631\u0627\u0621_\u0645\u0648\u062d\u062f\u0629_\u0627\u0644\u0625\u0633\u0644\u0627\u0645 (Al-Zahra, unifier of Islam) following his statement on her “grievance, oppression, and harm.”<\/p>\n Former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki’s political activities were a central topic of discussion, particularly his visit to Erbil and his party’s nomination for him to lead the next government. Multiple accounts criticized his shifting alliances, with Tamara Alkhazraji<\/a> (Post Impact: 13%)<\/strong> pointing out his contradictory statements about Masoud Barzani, calling him a “Mossad agent in 2021”<\/em> and a “shrewd political leader in 2025.”<\/em> Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%)<\/strong> reacted to the news of his nomination by the Dawa Party with sarcasm, stating, “This time, 5 provinces will be lost.”<\/em> In contrast, Yasser Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> presented the visit positively, stating it was an opportunity to confirm a long-standing partnership and discuss the selection of individuals for the three presidencies. The news of the Dawa Party’s nomination was also reported by Hydar<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong>, who later noted that the party’s official post announcing the nomination was deleted.<\/p>\n Several high-engagement posts highlighted severe environmental problems in neighboring Iran, particularly water scarcity. Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 16%)<\/strong> shared a video purportedly showing the Karaj Dam, which supplies Tehran, completely dried up, stating that the Iranian capital is entering a “deadly danger phase.”<\/em> In a related post, Aayad Al Twfan<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%)<\/strong> speculated that the environmental issues could be linked to Israeli strikes on undeclared nuclear sites, suggesting that radiation and hazardous materials may have contaminated the air and prevented rainfall. This account also criticized Iran for diverting 42 rivers and waterways from Iraq. Further reports from Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> mentioned that Iran was requesting help from Russia and Turkey to extinguish fires in the north of the country.<\/p>\n A demonstration by clerics in Basra aimed at preventing a concert by Iraqi artist Mohammed Abdul Jabbar drew significant attention. Hydar<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong> described the march as an “attempt to impose guardianship over the tastes of others and restrict constitutionally guaranteed freedoms” in a city known for its history of art and music. Ali Farhan<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> also shared a video of the protest. Commenting on the event, Mujahid Al-Taee<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> criticized the protesters, suggesting, “If they had stood against corruption, there would be no unemployed or hungry people left!”<\/em><\/p>\n Amidst the political maneuvering, broader discussions emerged about the formation of the next government and the selection of the prime minister. Qusay Mahbouba<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong>, representing the Emaar and Development Coalition, stated their coalition’s candidate is the incumbent Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani and called on other blocs within the Coordination Framework to present their candidates. In contrast, Salam Al-Husseini<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> quoted thinker Ghalib al-Shabandar, who remarked that “no one knows the name of the next prime minister except God and Trump,”<\/em> implying significant foreign influence in the decision. From a Kurdish perspective, Hoshyar Zebari<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> stressed the importance of agreeing on the prime minister and the other presidencies consensually, advocating for a leader who has full constitutional powers and believes in a civil state.<\/p>\n The role of Saudi Arabia and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in regional politics was a topic of discussion. Omar Abdul Sattar Mahmoud<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> shared a video segment suggesting that Prince Mohammed bin Salman is “leading the region.” In another post, Omar Abdul Sattar Mahmoud<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> posted a clip analyzing the anticipated repercussions of a potential visit by the Saudi Crown Prince. These posts frame Saudi Arabia as an increasingly central player in Middle Eastern geopolitics.<\/p>\n Accusations against Qatar for its alleged role in hosting media platforms critical of other Gulf states circulated on the platform. Sufian Al-Samarrai<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> claimed that Qatar hosts platforms that “attack the Arab Gulf states and the Maghreb region day and night” and that X platform had exposed these accounts. The same user, Sufian Al-Samarrai<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong>, later posted about a specific account claiming to be from Sudan’s Ba’ath Party, alleging it was actually run by a member of the Muslim Brotherhood linked to Al-Qaeda, tweeting from Qatar against Gulf nations while being near the US base in Doha.<\/p>\n The legacy of Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution was debated from opposing viewpoints. Amir al-Mousawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong> defended the revolution, arguing that the primary reason for “Zionist-American” hostility towards Iran is the loss of the Shah’s subservient regime, not sectarian or nuclear reasons as claimed. Conversely, Tamara Alkhazraji<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> criticized cleric Ayad Jamal al-Din for praising Imam Khomeini, quoting him as saying, “The Shiites were a hidden treasure until Imam Khomeini came and revealed that treasure to the people,”<\/em> and followed it with a curse against Khomeini for this “discovery.”<\/p>\n Comments made by politician Bahaa al-Araji, reportedly dismissing the plight of internally displaced persons (IDPs), drew condemnation. Shaho Al-Qaradaghi<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> reacted strongly, stating that al-Araji said “the displaced are a lie,”<\/em> and questioned how he could say this while areas like Jorf al-Sakhar and Al-Awja remain empty. Salim Al-Jumaili<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> described the remarks as a “human stripping of the suffering of thousands who are still waiting to return” and argued that the displaced are “witnesses to the failure of sectarian governance in protecting its citizens.”<\/p>\n Political commentator Haider al-Barzanji was criticized for perceived hypocrisy and changing his political positions depending on his location and audience. Ali Farhan<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> shared a video comparing “Haider al-Barzanji in Baghdad VS Haider al-Barzanji in Duhok,” implying a significant difference in his rhetoric. Similarly, Hiba Al-Na’ib<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> posted a video showing his differing views before and after receiving money, referring to former Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi as his benefactor.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Based on a Miqrab AI analysis of 404 X \/ Twitter posts trending in Iraq on November 22, 2025, the digital conversation was dominated by a blend of religious commentary and intense political maneuvering surrounding the formation of the next government. 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Nouri al-Maliki’s Political Maneuvering for Premiership Sparks Debate<\/h2>\n
3. Concerns Over Severe Drought and Environmental Crises in Iran<\/h2>\n
4. Religious Figures Protest Against Music Concert in Basra<\/h2>\n
5. Discussions on Iraq’s Next Government and Prime Minister<\/h2>\n
6. Commentary on Saudi Arabia’s Growing Regional Influence<\/h2>\n
7. Criticism of Qatar for Allegedly Hosting Anti-Gulf Media Platforms<\/h2>\n
8. Debate on the Legacy of the Islamic Revolution in Iran<\/h2>\n
9. Condemnation of Bahaa al-Araji’s Comments on Displaced Iraqis<\/h2>\n
10. Criticism of Political Commentator Haider al-Barzanji’s Shifting Stances<\/h2>\n