Based on its analysis of (432) X \/ Twitter posts trending in Iraq on December 7, 2025, Miqrab AI found that online conversations were dominated by a major announcement from the Sadrist movement calling for a unified prayer, indicating potential political mobilization. Another significant theme was the continued fallout from the collapse of the Assad regime in Syria, with widespread discussion of leaked videos featuring Bashar al-Assad and his aide Luna al-Shibl, alongside commemorations of the anniversary of Iraqi militias fleeing the country. Domestically, Iraqi politics centered on the contentious process of selecting a new prime minister, with intense debate surrounding the candidacies of Haider al-Abadi and Salam Adel. This was set against a backdrop of perceived increasing US pressure on Iran-aligned factions, allegations of politically motivated disqualifications of Sunni figures, and broad-based criticism of the ruling Coordination Framework’s governance.<\/p>\n
The most impactful story of the day was a major announcement from the Sadrist movement. The influential account Wazir al-Qaid – Salih Muhammad al-Iraqi<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong>, known as the mouthpiece for Muqtada al-Sadr, published an image of a formal document, signaling a significant directive to followers. This was widely interpreted in subsequent posts as a call to action. Accounts such as Sabah Al-Saadi<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> and Safaa al-Asadi<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> elaborated that Muqtada al-Sadr has ordered a unified prayer to be held this year in Babil province. They called for it to be a “million-man gathering that terrifies the enemies,”<\/em> framing the event as an act of patriotism and loyalty to their religious and national leadership.<\/p>\n Leaked conversations between former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his media advisor Luna al-Shibl became a major topic of discussion. Tamara Alkhazraji<\/a> (Post Impact: 36%)<\/strong> noted that the leaks suggest their relationship was “far beyond that of just a media official and a president,”<\/em> pointing to the lack of boundaries and her disappearance in 2024 as adding a new dimension to the story. Similarly, Aayad Al Twfan<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong> harshly condemned Assad as a “sadistic criminal devoid of mercy”<\/em> based on the videos, which he claims show Assad joking while his country was being destroyed. Other accounts like Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 17%)<\/strong> and Haidar<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> also shared and commented on the leaks, highlighting the internal dynamics of the fallen Syrian regime.<\/p>\n There was significant discussion regarding United States policy towards Iraq, particularly concerning Iran-aligned factions. Former parliamentarian Faig al-Sheakh\/Kalimati Lil Tarikh<\/a> (Post Impact: 35%)<\/strong> issued a stern warning to the Coordination Framework, advising them: “Do not try to outsmart the United States, and do not stall, because it has decided to remove Iran and its militias from Iraq.”<\/em> He drew parallels with Hezbollah and Hamas, suggesting the Iraqi factions will ultimately be forced out. This sentiment was echoed by Mustafa Al-Dlaimi<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong>, who predicted an impending “storm of exclusion and redrawing of the new government by the United States,”<\/em> claiming that all political powers are awaiting new directives from the U.S. embassy.<\/p>\n The ongoing process to select a new prime minister generated significant debate, with a focus on former PM Haider al-Abadi. Raad Hashim<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong> and Shaho Al-Qaradaghi<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> shared a video of al-Abadi responding to his potential nomination by saying, “Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) was sent for by the people of Kufa, and then what did they do to him?!”<\/em> implying a potential betrayal by his political allies. Ali Farhan ali farhan<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%)<\/strong> noted the irony of al-Abadi, who boycotted elections due to “corrupt political money,” now being a top candidate within the Coordination Framework. Meanwhile, others like Dr. Hanan Al-Fatlawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> urged the Coordination Framework to preserve the dignity of the prime minister’s office and not treat it as a mere “job opportunity.”<\/em><\/p>\n On the first anniversary of major events in Syria, several accounts commemorated the withdrawal of Iran-backed Iraqi militias. Othman al-Mukhtar<\/a> (Post Impact: 15%)<\/strong> recalled how, one year ago, militias like Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq and Harakat Hezbollah al-Nujaba fled from the Sayyidah Zaynab shrine area near Damascus, leaving weapons and equipment behind in what he described as a “humiliating and shameful scene.”<\/em> Similarly, Aayad Al Twfan<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong> dedicated his post criticizing Bashar al-Assad to the Iraqi, Lebanese, and other fighters who supported his regime under the pretext of fighting for a pan-Arab or Islamic cause, highlighting the futility of their sacrifices.<\/p>\n The decision to disqualify former Nineveh governor Najm al-Jubouri from holding office due to de-Baathification laws sparked outrage and accusations of political and sectarian targeting. Mustafa Al-Dlaimi<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%)<\/strong> questioned the logic of disqualifying al-Jubouri, who fought against ISIS, while simultaneously ratifying figures like Rayan al-Kildani. Mulla Aboud Al-Karkhi<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong> called the motives “despicably sectarian against Mosul”<\/em> and questioned why al-Jubouri was allowed to fight ISIS and run for office if he was considered a criminal. Shaho Al-Qaradaghi<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> raised a hypothetical question: “If Najm al-Jubouri were with Haj Maliki, would he have been excluded?”<\/em> suggesting the application of the law is selective.<\/p>\n The city of Najaf was a focal point of discussion due to reports of unusual security deployments and rumors about the health of Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani. Several accounts, including Najah Mohammed Ali<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%)<\/strong> and Renas Ali Renas Ali<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong>, actively worked to dispel rumors about Ayatollah al-Sistani’s health, sharing a recent photo and describing reports of his deteriorating condition as “false slander and baseless lies.”<\/em> At the same time, other analysts linked the security movements to different causes. Omar Abdul Sattar Mahmoud<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong> and Haidar<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> claimed the deployments were a response to Muqtada al-Sadr’s recent statement about weapons being smuggled from Najaf to Anbar, suggesting a lack of trust in local forces to handle the issue.<\/p>\n The potential candidacy of Salam Adel for the position of prime minister was met with widespread derision and criticism across multiple accounts, who viewed it as a sign of the degradation of Iraq’s highest executive office. Muhammad Jabbar<\/a> (Post Impact: 16%)<\/strong> lamented how a country that produced historical figures like Hammurabi and Harun al-Rashid could end up with a candidate like Salam Adel. Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 13%)<\/strong> bluntly stated, “Damn the government in which Salam Adel just thinks of becoming prime minister.”<\/em> Similarly, Dr. Qusay Shafiq<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> questioned the Coordination Framework, asking, “Is it conceivable that your weakness and inability have reached the point where you cannot respect Iraq?”<\/em><\/p>\n A significant controversy emerged over reports that an Iraqi government committee decided to remove Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Yemen’s Ansar Allah (the Houthis) from its list for freezing terrorist funds. Ahmad Al-Thawaq<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> and Najah Mohammed Ali<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> both reported on the committee’s decision, noting that it needs to be published in the official gazette to take effect. The debate was infused with sectarian accusations, as Zainab Al-Ghanem<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> shared a clip of MP Alia Nassif claiming the original decision to freeze the groups’ assets was signed by a Sunni official known for “sectarian rhetoric.”<\/em> Mulla Aboud Al-Karkhi<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> juxtaposed this move with the disqualification of Najm al-Jubouri, calling it a “ridiculous equation.”<\/p>\n Underlying many of the day’s specific political debates was a strong current of general criticism directed at the ruling Coordination Framework and its associated armed factions. Commentator Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 13%)<\/strong> frequently posted about the failures of what he terms the “Dothraki state,” using the hashtag #\u0645\u062a\u0635\u064a\u0631\u0648\u0646_\u062f\u0648\u0644\u0629 (You will not become a state) to express his frustration. 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Leaked Videos of Bashar al-Assad and Luna al-Shibl Spark Widespread Discussion<\/h2>\n
3. US Policy and Warnings to Iran-Backed Militias in Iraq<\/h2>\n
4. Debate Over Prime Minister Candidacy, Focusing on Haider al-Abadi<\/h2>\n
5. Anniversary of Militia Withdrawal from Syria Following Assad’s Fall<\/h2>\n
6. Controversy Surrounds Disqualification of Former Nineveh Governor Najm al-Jubouri<\/h2>\n
7. Security Situation in Najaf Amid Rumors of Sistani’s Health and Sadr’s Warnings<\/h2>\n
8. Criticism and Ridicule of Salam Adel’s Potential Candidacy for Prime Minister<\/h2>\n
9. Debate over Removing Hezbollah and Houthis from Iraq’s Terror Financing List<\/h2>\n
10. Widespread Criticism of the Coordination Framework and Iran-aligned Factions<\/h2>\n