Based on an analysis of 369 Facebook posts by Miqrab AI on December 5, 2025, the dominant narratives in Iraq revolve around political accountability and economic anxiety. The most engaging topic was the ongoing “theft of the century” corruption scandal, with pages demanding answers from Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani about the missing funds. This was followed by widespread discussion of MP Mustafa Sanad’s stark warnings about the country’s dire financial state and his controversial comments on state employees. Other key trends included political satire, reports on security force casualties, speculation about the next prime minister, and public interest stories related to sports and weather.<\/p>\n
The massive corruption case known as the “theft of the century” was the most engaged topic, with several high-impact pages questioning the government’s handling of the scandal. Hayder Al-Hamdani<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong> shared a video directly confronting Prime Minister Al Sudani, asking, “Where did the money from the ‘theft of the century’ disappear?<\/em>” Similarly, Ahmed AlHamdani<\/a> (Post Impact: 18%)<\/strong> highlighted that only 4.85% of the stolen funds have been recovered and claimed the government’s silence suggests either “satisfaction… or partnership<\/em>” in the matter. Adding a satirical layer, Wikileaks Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 51%)<\/strong> posted a video noting that Iraq is “celebrating” the anniversary of the arrest of Noor Zuheir, a key figure implicated in the theft.<\/p>\n MP Mustafa Sanad generated significant discussion with his critical remarks on the state of the Iraqi economy and government workforce. According to Why Network?<\/a> (Post Impact: 21%)<\/strong> and Al-Adhamiya News<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong>, Sanad claimed that Baghdad’s traffic jams are caused by state employees, stating that “50% of them are useless to the state; it would be better if they sat at home.<\/em>” In a more serious context, Hussein Imran<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong> detailed Sanad’s interview with journalist Mona Sami<\/a> (Post Impact: 59%)<\/strong>, where the MP presented “shocking” figures about Iraq’s financial fragility, including claims that Al-Rasheed Bank has zero liquidity and that 4 trillion dinars in tax deposits have been completely withdrawn.<\/p>\n A satirical story circulated widely about an alleged phone call between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani. Mohammed Nasser Khalif<\/a> (Post Impact: 37%)<\/strong> shared a video quoting political commentator Haydar al-Barzanji, who claimed, “Trump called al-Sudani and begged him to nominate him for the Nobel Prize, and al-Sudani told him ‘You’re welcome.’<\/em>” The claim was further amplified and mocked by other pages. Sahar Abbas Jameel<\/a> (Post Impact: 34%)<\/strong> posted a clip of politician Kazim Al-Sayadi ridiculing the story, sarcastically adding that Trump made Al Sudani swear “by Abbas<\/em>” to secure the nomination. The Al-Ghassala program with Qahtan Adnan<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> also covered the humorous narrative of Trump allegedly pleading for the prize.<\/p>\n A powerful human-interest story with high engagement was shared by the page Eyes of Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 63%)<\/strong>. The post features a video of a father whose son was previously unable to walk. According to the page, the boy miraculously began to walk through the “will of God and the blessings of Abbas (peace be upon him).<\/em>” The video, which depicts the emotional moment, resonated strongly with viewers, who expressed their faith and reverence in the comments. The post concludes with a plea to Imam Abbas, referred to as Abu al-Fadl, highlighting a deep sense of religious devotion.<\/p>\n The deaths of Iraqi security personnel in Maysan province were reported with sorrow across several pro-security pages. The page Maher Mouhi::Voice of the Nation’s Protectors<\/a> (Post Impact: 34%)<\/strong> announced the “martyrdom of the second soldier who was injured a few days ago by gunfire in Maysan.” This was echoed by Support for Iraqi Security Forces<\/a> (Post Impact: 19%)<\/strong>, which confirmed the death of the soldier in the Al-Kahla district. In a separate but related incident, Maher Mouhi’s page also reported the death of officer Muhammad Mansour Al-Akidi in a Hummer vehicle accident in the same district, adding to the somber news about the armed forces.<\/p>\n Discussions about potential candidates for Iraq’s next prime minister gained traction. The page Ahmed AlHamdani<\/a> (Post Impact: 47%)<\/strong> reported that “Iraqi bloggers” are floating the name of politician Faiq Al-Sheikh Ali as a candidate for the premiership. This suggests a growing conversation in online circles about future political leadership. In a more unusual development, the page From Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> noted, “Not a joke.. Journalist Salam Adel submits his nomination papers for the post of Prime Minister!<\/em>“, indicating that the field of potential candidates is expanding beyond traditional political figures.<\/p>\n Iraqi Facebook pages shared the news that FIFA awarded its first-ever Peace Prize to former U.S. President Donald Trump. The Clean Brotherhood<\/a> (Post Impact: 28%)<\/strong> announced the award, which was presented by FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The page Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> also covered the story, confirming that “Infantino awards Trump the first FIFA Peace Prize.” The news was presented factually, leaving users to react to the surprising decision by the international football governing body.<\/p>\n Football fans and news pages discussed the potential group for the Iraqi national team if it qualifies for the 2026 World Cup finals. Multiple sources, including Steven Nabil<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong> and Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong>, reported that Iraq would be placed in a “very difficult group” alongside France, Norway, and Senegal. Breaking News<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> highlighted the daunting challenge, noting Iraqi defenders would have to face superstars like Mbapp\u00e9 and Haaland. The news sparked a mix of excitement and apprehension among Iraqi supporters about the tough road ahead.<\/p>\n Several pages issued public warnings about a significant weather event expected to hit Iraq. Diyala TV<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> reported that the meteorological office announced a “rainy weather condition will hit Iraq in the coming hours.” This was echoed by The Government Palace<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong>, which described the impending storm as “strong and not to be underestimated” and a “real test” for service departments. Breath of Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> amplified the warning, advising citizens to stay away from flood-prone areas due to heavy rain, lightning, and thunder.<\/p>\n A developing story indicated that Minister of Interior Abdul Amir Al-Shammari intends to withdraw a lawsuit filed against political figure Yassin Majeed. According to both Steven Nabil<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> and Mohammed Nasser Khalif<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong>, the decision will be made next week. The pages state the move is being made “as a tribute to [Majeed’s] father who is in a hospital and for humanitarian considerations.” This suggests a potential de-escalation of a political or legal dispute between the two figures.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Based on an analysis of 369 Facebook posts by Miqrab AI on December 5, 2025, the dominant narratives in Iraq revolve around political accountability and economic anxiety. 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MP Mustafa Sanad’s Controversial Statements<\/h2>\n
3. Satire on Trump, Al Sudani, and Nobel Prize<\/h2>\n
4. Miraculous Healing Attributed to Imam Abbas<\/h2>\n
5. Deaths of Iraqi Soldiers Reported in Maysan<\/h2>\n
6. Speculation on the Next Prime Minister<\/h2>\n
7. Donald Trump Awarded First FIFA Peace Prize<\/h2>\n
8. Iraq’s Potential 2026 World Cup Group Draws Concern<\/h2>\n
9. Widespread Warnings of Upcoming Heavy Rains<\/h2>\n
10. Interior Minister to Drop Lawsuit Against Yassin Majeed<\/h2>\n