Based on an analysis of (226) X \/ Twitter posts trending in Iraq on December 12, 2025, Miqrab AI identified several key narratives dominating online conversations. The most prominent theme revolves around the recent collapse of the Assad regime in Syria, with Iraqi social media users intensely debating its regional implications, particularly concerning the influence of Iran and the potential for similar changes in Iraq. Another major topic of discussion is the health and public appearances of Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, reflecting his significant influence in the country. The national football team’s exit from the Arab Cup after a loss to Jordan also generated widespread engagement, with reactions ranging from disappointment to support for the players. Finally, the appointment of former Iraqi President Barham Salih to a high-level United Nations post sparked a deeply polarized debate, with some celebrating it as a national achievement while others condemned it, citing his political history.<\/p>\n
The fall of the Assad regime in Syria is the most dominant topic, with Iraqi accounts discussing its immediate repercussions for the region and for Iraq itself. Omar Abd Al Sattar Mahmoud<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong> shared a video of the events in Damascus with the caption, “O conqueror of Damascus, Iraq is waiting,<\/em>” suggesting a desire for similar political change in Iraq. This sentiment is echoed in analysis of Iran’s weakened position in the aftermath. Dr. Zaid Abdulwahab Al-Adhami<\/a> (Post Impact: 63%)<\/strong> posted a video of Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly describing how Iranian forces fled Syria as the regime began to fall. The conversation reflects a view that the geopolitical landscape is shifting rapidly, with significant consequences for Iranian-backed groups and the political future of Iraq.<\/p>\n Widespread discussion surrounded the Iraqi national football team’s quarter-final loss to Jordan in the Arab Cup. Hayder<\/a> (Post Impact: 18%)<\/strong> announced the team’s exit from the tournament. Despite the loss, many users expressed support for the team’s effort. Ahmad Mulla Talal<\/a> (Post Impact: 15%)<\/strong> stated, “Proud of you, heroes… It was a very useful experience before the world playoff.<\/em>” Others offered more critical or humorous takes. Ali Al-Khalidi – Ali al-Khalidi<\/a> (Post Impact: 91%)<\/strong> commented that there was nothing comforting about the game “other than the appearance of the third river, the Caesar Kazem Al-Saher,<\/em>” who was seen in attendance.<\/p>\n The health and influence of Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani are a major focus of conversation. Wasan Al-Shaikhli<\/a> (Post Impact: 42%)<\/strong> shared a recent photo, noting his visible fatigue but praising his decision to resume receiving visitors despite a health setback. The same account also stated that a photo of Sistani became a trend across Iraq and the Islamic world (Wasan Al-Shaikhli<\/a> (Post Impact: 50%)<\/strong>). In a critical post, Faiq Al-Sheikh Ali\/Kalmati Liltarikh<\/a> (Post Impact: 61%)<\/strong> described the recent practice of religious offices announcing the suspension and resumption of visitor receptions as a “strange heresy,<\/em>” contrasting it with the practices of past senior clerics. Relatedly, Alawiya Umm Zainab<\/a> (Post Impact: 54%)<\/strong> challenged claims that the Marja’iyya (religious authority) had ever referred to Qasem Soleimani and Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis as “heroes of liberation,<\/em>” calling such assertions “lies and deceit.<\/em>”<\/p>\n Accounts are closely monitoring Iran’s political and military situation, particularly its relationship with the United States and its regional standing after events in Syria. Omar Abd Al Sattar Mahmoud<\/a> (Post Impact: 38%)<\/strong> amplified a statement by Donald Trump, claiming, “Iran desperately wants to make a deal with me.<\/em>” Meanwhile, Raad Hashim<\/a> (Post Impact: 21%)<\/strong> cited a report from the British website “Progressive Britain” which allegedly stated that the Iranian regime is on a “fast track to collapse and is approaching its final days.<\/em>” In contrast, Wasan Al-Shaikhli<\/a> (Post Impact: 30%)<\/strong> shared remarks from former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif at a conference in Baghdad, where he asserted that the US and Israel “failed and will fail<\/em>” to destroy Iran’s nuclear program because the science is “entrenched in our minds.<\/em>”<\/p>\n Growing tensions in Lebanon are being monitored by Iraqi social media users. Rusly Al-Maliki \ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf6 \u0631\u0633\u0644\u064a \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0627\u0644\u0643\u064a<\/a> (Post Impact: 31%)<\/strong> reported that the Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated it had “received warnings about the possibility of Israel launching a large-scale military campaign against us.<\/em>” This concern is amplified by reports of diplomatic friction in the region. Dr. Zaid Abdulwahab Al-Adhami<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> noted, citing Reuters, that Iran’s foreign minister is visiting Beirut after his Lebanese counterpart declined an invitation to visit Tehran, suggesting underlying tensions.<\/p>\n The selection of former Iraqi President Barham Salih as the new United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees has prompted a polarized response. Several political figures, including Ammar Al-Hakim | \u0639\u0645\u0627\u0631 \u0627\u0644\u062d\u0643\u064a\u0645<\/a> (Post Impact: 30%)<\/strong> and Dr. Hanan Al-Fatlawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong>, congratulated Salih, framing the appointment as a recognition of Iraqi capabilities on the world stage. However, the appointment also drew sharp criticism. Othman Al-Mukhtar<\/a> (Post Impact: 18%)<\/strong> condemned the decision, highlighting Salih’s “strong relationships with leaders of militias affiliated with Iran that have been displacing Iraqi Sunnis from their cities and homes for 11 years.<\/em>” Similarly, Mustafa Salim Mustafa Salim<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> called the UN’s decision a “collusion,” accusing Salih of corruption and signing execution orders for innocent people.<\/p>\n A social media post by the U.S. Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, has revived discussions about the 2003 invasion of Iraq and its legacy. Aayad Al Twfan – \u0623\u0639\u064a\u0627\u062f \u0627\u0644\u0637\u0648\u0641\u0627\u0646<\/a> (Post Impact: 29%)<\/strong> highlighted that Hegseth published a photo from his military service in Baghdad 20 years ago, questioning the timing and motive behind the post. The user noted Hegseth’s comment that “the memories of the mission and comrades are still present in his mind daily.<\/em>” Adding to the historical reflection, Nazar Haidar<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> shared a video clip of former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki vowing to former U.S. President George W. Bush that Iraq would “not forget your sacrifices that made our democracy!<\/em>”<\/p>\n Iraqi security forces announced significant progress in combating electronic crime. Ahmad Al-Thawaq<\/a> (Post Impact: 18%)<\/strong> reported that the Iraqi National Intelligence Service, under the direct supervision of Judge Ali Hussein Jafat, dismantled “the most dangerous organized gang targeting the livelihood of the poor and the pockets of retirees.<\/em>” The operation uncovered a network that used call centers and emails to defraud victims and launder money through online gambling. In a related development, Hayder<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong> announced that the National Security Service has launched the “Amin” platform, a new tool designed to address content used in electronic blackmail and protect citizens online.<\/p>\n Comments made by Muhannad al-Uqabi, a media official for the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), regarding former Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi have sparked debate. Prof. Dr. Ghalib Al-Daami<\/a> (Post Impact: 16%)<\/strong> quoted al-Uqabi as saying, “Al-Kadhimi benefited us, and we were comfortable and held two parades,<\/em>” while pointing out the irony that some PMF and factional parties had previously labeled Kadhimi a collaborator. Ghaith Altamimi GHAITH ALTAMIMI<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong> analyzed the statement, arguing that the PMF is the “only security and military institution in the state that has the ability to speak on political matters,<\/em>” suggesting a unique and powerful role for the organization within Iraq’s political landscape.<\/p>\n Populist cleric Muqtada al-Sadr issued a strong statement warning against political trends he perceives as detrimental to Iraq’s religious and national identity. Both Hayder<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong> and Shaho Al-Qaradaghi<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> shared his message, in which he stated, “Normalization and the Abrahamic religion are at the doors because of their love for power.<\/em>” Al-Sadr’s statement also condemned corruption and injustice, concluding with a declaration: “We are innocent of them until the Day of Judgment.<\/em>” This message is seen as a critique of the current political class and its regional alignments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Based on an analysis of (226) X \/ Twitter posts trending in Iraq on December 12, 2025, Miqrab AI identified several key narratives dominating online conversations. 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Iraq Exits Arab Cup After Loss to Jordan<\/h2>\n
3. Discourse on Sistani’s Health and Religious Authority<\/h2>\n
4. Iran’s Strained International and Military Position<\/h2>\n
5. Lebanon Warns of Potential Israeli Military Action<\/h2>\n
6. Mixed Reactions to Barham Salih’s UN Appointment<\/h2>\n
7. US War Secretary’s Iraq Invasion Photo Sparks Debate<\/h2>\n
8. Iraqi Intelligence Busts Major Financial Fraud Ring<\/h2>\n
9. PMF Official’s Comments on Ex-PM Kadhimi Stir Debate<\/h2>\n
10. Muqtada al-Sadr Warns Against Normalization<\/h2>\n