Based on an analysis of 434 Facebook posts by Miqrab AI, the key narratives trending in Iraq on December 30, 2025, are dominated by domestic politics, specifically the election of new parliamentary leadership, which has driven the highest engagement. Alongside this, significant public discourse revolves around economic anxieties, including widespread concern over salary delays and public discontent regarding new government-imposed taxes on imported consumer goods. Social issues also feature prominently, with a viral controversy over a school principal’s party and discussions about digital extortion using deepfake technology. Other notable topics include the commemoration of former President Saddam Hussein’s execution, daily frustrations with traffic and security, and commentary on regional geopolitical shifts.<\/p>\n
Political developments took center stage as the Iraqi Parliament concluded the election of its new leadership. The highest-engaging content showed Sheikh Khamis al-Khanjar arriving at Mohammed al-Halbousi’s residence for a meeting of the National Political Council, shared by Al-Adhamiya News<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong>. Pages like Mustafa Sanad<\/a> (Post Impact: 60%)<\/strong> and Aziz Nasser – Aziz Nasser<\/a> (Post Impact: 60%)<\/strong> provided “behind-the-scenes” footage from the parliamentary session that saw the election of Haibat al-Halbousi as Speaker and Farhad al-Atrushi as Second Deputy Speaker. The election of al-Atrushi was also reported by Al-Khuwa Al-Nadhifa<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong>. Commentary from parliamentarians like Dr. Hanan Al-Fatlawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> expressed hope that the new leadership would lead to an effective legislative term.<\/p>\n Concerns over the payment of salaries generated significant discussion, reflecting widespread economic anxiety. A highly impactful post by Mohammed Nasser Khalif<\/a> (Post Impact: 89%)<\/strong> succinctly captured this frustration with the comment, “Maybe they are the ones who are messing with us and there are no salaries.”<\/em> The page Set Ashwaq Umm Al-Qanouniya<\/a> (Post Impact: 22%)<\/strong> connected the domestic issue to regional instability, noting that while tensions rise between Saudi Arabia and the UAE and protests occur in Iran, Iraqis are left wondering about their paychecks. Adding a religious and philosophical dimension, Khabar Ajel (Urgent News)<\/a> (Post Impact: 15%)<\/strong> quoted Sheikh Jalal Al-Saghir warning citizens not to be tempted by high salaries, stating, “the thousand dollars and five thousand dollars end in bankruptcy when dignity is exhausted and justice is absent.”<\/em><\/p>\n The government’s decision to impose new taxes and customs duties on various imported goods sparked criticism and debate. Haider Khalaf Ghazi<\/a> (Post Impact: 32%)<\/strong> reported that the Al-Sudani government has imposed new taxes on dairy products, detergents, shampoo, and soap. This was echoed by Al-Khuwa Al-Nadhifa (The Clean Brotherhood)<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong>, which specified that the Council of Ministers approved a 30% duty on imported yogurt and a 40% duty on medical and industrial oxygen. MP Aziz Nasser – Aziz Nasser<\/a> (Post Impact: 30%)<\/strong> commented sarcastically on the yogurt tax, remarking, “My grandmother, may God have mercy on her, used to make yogurt at home. Why should we bring it from abroad and bear a 30% tax on imported liquid and set yogurt.”<\/em><\/p>\n A viral video shared by Hayder Al-Hamdany<\/a> (Post Impact: 67%)<\/strong> caused a significant social media stir. The post alleged that a school principal in Baghdad held a birthday celebration inside the school premises that was styled like a nightclub party. The video, which reportedly showed the event taking place under the Iraqi flag, led to widespread condemnation online. Al-Hamdany’s caption described the event as, “A school turns into a nightclub! A school principal in Baghdad celebrates her birthday inside the school with a nightclub theme and under the Iraqi flag!”<\/em> The high engagement on this single post indicates strong public disapproval of what was perceived as an inappropriate use of an educational institution.<\/p>\n The 19th anniversary of the execution of former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein was a topic of discussion. Al Hadath Iraq Al-Hadath Al-Iraqi<\/a> (Post Impact: 45%)<\/strong> highlighted a statement from Saddam’s daughter, Raghad Hussein, who said on the occasion, “we recall the life of a man who became a firm symbol in the conscience of the free.”<\/em> The page Ahdath Erbil (Erbil Events)<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> also marked the date, asking its followers what the day means to them and noting that Saddam Hussein was executed on December 30, 2006, on the first day of Eid al-Adha.<\/p>\n Several posts highlighted the daily struggles and security concerns faced by citizens in the capital. The page Taw’iyah Mururiyah – Traffic Awareness<\/a> (Post Impact: 46%)<\/strong> shared a video detailing the problems faced by Kia drivers in Tayaran Square, a major transportation hub in Baghdad. In a more general plea, Al-A’lami Ahmed Al-Rikabi (Journalist Ahmed Al-Rikabi)<\/a> (Post Impact: 26%)<\/strong> posted a video of a citizen shouting in frustration and appealing to the Ministry of Interior to address unspecified security issues, with the caption quoting him: “Uncle, just get rid of these people for us.. Where is the Ministry of Interior?”<\/em> Together, these posts paint a picture of public exasperation with both mundane and serious challenges in Baghdad.<\/p>\n The use of artificial intelligence to create fake, explicit videos for extortion has become a prominent social issue. Yalla<\/a> (Post Impact: 25%)<\/strong> published a detailed report on the trend, mentioning that artists like Jalal Al-Zein and Ashti Hadid have been targeted. The report quotes an AI expert who explains that deepfake technology allows for the creation of “dangerously realistic fake scenes”<\/em> to be used for financial and psychological extortion. Other pages like Akher Al-Ahdath Al-Iraqiya (Latest Iraqi Events)<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> also commented on the scandals, questioning the celebrities’ claims that their accounts were hacked.<\/p>\n Regional geopolitics, specifically the conflict in Yemen, garnered attention on Iraqi social media. Pages reported on escalating tensions between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> provided a timeline of events, claiming that Saudi Arabia struck UAE-supplied military equipment and gave the UAE a 24-hour ultimatum to withdraw its forces from Yemen. This narrative was corroborated by Al-Khaleia Al-Tacticia (The Tactical Cell)<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong>, which added that the Saudi Air Force targeted military convoys of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council in Hadhramaut, and that the UAE officially announced the withdrawal of its troops in response.<\/p>\n Beyond the parliamentary elections, commentators discussed the nature of political power and foreign influence in Iraq. Mohammed Jabbar<\/a> (Post Impact: 22%)<\/strong> featured a clip from his show “Be Wodooh” quoting political analyst Imad Bajalan, who claimed that “Only the Sadrist movement and the KDP [Kurdistan Democratic Party] have Iraqi decisions.”<\/em> Meanwhile, Ann Salah<\/a> (Post Impact: 20%)<\/strong> shared a segment from her program “Wahid Siyasa,” in which a guest described the characteristics of the next prime minister. The guest stated the future leader would be “American and Iranian-accepted… approved by the Marja’iya [the supreme religious authority]… and has a security background,”<\/em> suggesting that any new leadership must navigate a complex web of domestic and international interests.<\/p>\n The Al-Abbas Combat Division announced and mourned the passing of one of its members, Sheikh Ghalib Hassan Ta’ma, also known as Abu Sami al-Lami. In one post, Firqat Al-Abbas Al-Qitaliya\/Liwa’ 26 (Al-Abbas Combat Division\/26th Brigade)<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%)<\/strong> officially announced his death due to health complications from a stroke, referring to him as a “heroic mujahid” and the head of the al-Qurnah Husseini processions unit. A subsequent post from the same page Firqat Al-Abbas Al-Qitaliya\/Liwa’ 26<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> showed photos from his funeral procession in Karbala, which was attended by the division’s leadership and supporters.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Based on an analysis of 434 Facebook posts by Miqrab AI, the key narratives trending in Iraq on December 30, 2025, are dominated by domestic politics, specifically the election of new parliamentary leadership, which has driven the highest engagement. 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Widespread Public Anxiety Over Delayed Salaries<\/h2>\n
3. Government Imposes New Taxes on Imported Goods<\/h2>\n
4. “Nightclub” Themed Party at Baghdad School Sparks Outrage<\/h2>\n
5. Anniversary of Saddam Hussein’s Execution Marked by Supporters<\/h2>\n
6. Public Frustration with Traffic and Security in Baghdad<\/h2>\n
7. Deepfake Extortion Videos of Iraqi Celebrities Circulate Online<\/h2>\n
8. Tensions Rise Between Saudi Arabia and UAE Over Yemen Conflict<\/h2>\n
9. Commentary on Political Sovereignty and Foreign Influence<\/h2>\n
10. Mourning the Death of Fighter Sheikh Ghalib Hassan al-Lami<\/h2>\n