Miqrab AI’s analysis of 441 X \/ Twitter posts trending in Iraq on September 1, 2025, reveals a discourse dominated by sharp political criticism, regional tensions, and domestic social issues. Key narratives include commentary from prominent political figures on the government’s performance and regional conflicts, particularly involving Gaza and Syria. There is significant discussion surrounding the reconstruction of Mosul, with posts highlighting both the achievement and its political exploitation. Sectarian undertones persist in discussions about Syrian leadership and historical grievances in Iraq. Other prominent themes include national security operations against ISIS, controversy over the disqualification of political figures from upcoming elections, and renewed protests in major cities demanding basic services and employment.<\/p>\n
A highly engaged post by Sufian Al-Samarrai<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong> sparked a conversation comparing China’s rapid development with Iraq’s situation. The post highlights a video showing the construction of small concrete villas in China for $3,000 in just three days, presenting it as a result of focusing on progress rather than historical conflicts. Al-Samarrai argues that China achieved this by setting aside “stories of bygone eras, disputes, and heroics”<\/em> to concentrate on building and advancement. This narrative implicitly criticizes Iraq’s leadership and societal priorities, suggesting that endless political and historical squabbles are hindering the country’s own development and reconstruction efforts.<\/p>\n Former parliamentarian Faiq Al Sheikh Ali\/Kalimati Lil Tarikh<\/a> (Post Impact: 38%)<\/strong> posted a series of highly critical statements on domestic and regional issues. In one post, he questions the rationale behind holding a few Israeli hostages in exchange for the immense destruction of Gaza and the loss of Palestinian lives, asking, “How long will this game continue?!”<\/em>. In another post, he laments the lack of sustained public pressure in Iraq, stating that public opinion cases are forgotten quickly due to a lack of “momentum, long-term commitment, insistence, or determination”<\/em>, which allows corrupt officials to act with impunity (Faig Al Sheikh Ali\/Kalimati Lil Tarikh<\/a>, Post Impact: 36%<\/strong>). He also criticized Iraqis who oppose international intervention against militias under the pretext of avoiding civilian casualties, calling them the “lowest and vilest of Iraqis”<\/em> (Faig Al Sheikh Ali\/Kalimati Lil Tarikh<\/a>, Post Impact: 29%<\/strong>).<\/p>\n The reopening of the Al-Nuri Mosque and its famous Al-Hadba minaret in Mosul, reconstructed with funding from the United Arab Emirates, was a major topic of discussion. While the Prime Minister’s Media Office<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong> announced that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani inaugurated the site, several commentators accused politicians of exploiting the event for electoral gain. Emad Bajalan<\/a> (Post Impact: 12%)<\/strong> criticized officials like Mohammed Iqbal and Ahmed al-Jubouri for standing in the front row for photos after the governor and his government worked on the project for two years with UAE funding. Similarly, Mohammed Jabbar<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> argued that turning the achievement into an “electoral propaganda event”<\/em> diminishes its symbolic importance and ignores the crucial role of the UAE and UNESCO. Multiple accounts, like Haider<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%)<\/strong>, shared images of a joint Sunni-Shia prayer held at the mosque, which was once the site where Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi declared his caliphate.<\/p>\n In his first appearance after being dismissed from his post, former military spokesman Yahya Rasoul made a defiant statement regarding the leader of the new Syrian regime, Ahmed al-Sharaa. A post by Huruf Sumaria<\/a> (Post Impact: 46%)<\/strong> shared a video of Rasoul being asked about his view on al-Sharaa. Rasoul responds by asking, “Who is Ahmed al-Sharaa?”<\/em> and stating, “The one I know is named al-Jolani, and my position is firm, I won’t change it.”<\/em> This comment was widely interpreted as a rejection of the rebranding of the Syrian leader and a steadfast adherence to his previous classification, reflecting ongoing political sensitivities and divisions within Iraq concerning the new government in Syria.<\/p>\n A controversy emerged regarding the new educational curriculum in Syria under the rule of Ahmed al-Sharaa (al-Jolani). Posts by Haider<\/a> (Post Impact: 21%)<\/strong> and Wasan Al-Shaikhli<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%)<\/strong> shared an image of what they described as a Syrian exam question. The multiple-choice question asks why Shias sanctify Hussein bin Ali, with the “correct” answer provided as “Because his wife was Persian.”<\/em> The accounts presented this as evidence of a sectarian and biased educational system being implemented in “Free Syria,” sparking criticism and concern over the new regime’s ideology and its potential impact on regional sectarian relations.<\/p>\n Several accounts reported on a significant counter-terrorism operation conducted by the Iraqi National Intelligence Service (INIS). According to posts by Haider<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong> and the official Security Media Cell<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong>, the INIS, in an operation spanning several West African countries, arrested a major ISIS financing network. This network was allegedly providing financial support to a terrorist cell within Iraq and was planning attacks on European countries and Iraqi interests abroad. The operation was described as a follow-up to a 2023 raid in Kirkuk and was conducted under the supervision of the Supreme Judicial Council. Ahmed Al_thawaq<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> also shared a video detailing the successful cross-border intelligence effort.<\/p>\n The Independent High Electoral Commission’s decision to exclude Sheikh Hamid al-Hayes from the upcoming elections generated significant discussion. Posts by Haider<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> and Mohammed Jabbar<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong> reported that the disqualification was due to a failure to meet the “good conduct and behavior” requirement. In response, Shaho Al-Qaradaghi<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> shared a video of al-Hayes defiantly stating, “I am not honored to be part of the electoral process.”<\/em> The disqualification of such a prominent figure was seen as a significant development in the lead-up to the elections, with some users sarcastically lamenting the loss of one of the “pillars” of the political process.<\/p>\n A political controversy resurfaced involving Sunni politician Khamis al-Khanjar. Dr. Hussein Al-Safi<\/a> (Post Impact: 26%)<\/strong> criticized al-Khanjar, reminding followers of his alleged flight during the fall of Mosul and accusing him of claiming credit for liberating lands from ISIS instead of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF). In response, supporters like Salim Aljomaili<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> and Othman Al-Mukhtar<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> defended al-Khanjar, clarifying that his controversial use of the word “rabble” (ghawgha’) was from late 2023, referring to a group that attacked the Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq Mosque in Baghdad. They argue the old statement is being revived now for political reasons after his opponents had a falling out with him.<\/p>\n Account holder Wasan Al-Shaikhli<\/a> (Post Impact: 55%)<\/strong> shared a video with a strong caption criticizing “despicable mercenary Gulf rulers,”<\/em> which garnered very high engagement. In a separate post, the same account shared a video mocking Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, referring to him as a role model for a group called “Al-Tasharina” and adding, “Damn you”<\/em> (Wasan Al-Shaikhli<\/a>, Post Impact: 30%<\/strong>). These posts reflect a narrative of hostility toward Western-aligned leaders in both the Arab world and Europe, expressing a viewpoint that is critical of their policies and leadership styles.<\/p>\n Social media users reported on renewed protests in Baghdad and Basra. Raad Hashim<\/a> (Post Impact: 22%)<\/strong> posted a video of large demonstrations moving from Tahrir Square towards Al-Khilani Square in central Baghdad. Another account, Ali Farhan ali farhan<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong>, noted that the protests, organized by medical graduates, saw the return of slogans from the Tishreen (October) uprising, such as “Revolution, oh Ali.. Uproot them all, you are all thieves.”<\/em> In Basra, Raad Hashim<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> also reported on a protest by engineering and science graduates in front of the Basra Oil Company, where riot police reportedly refused to allow protesters access to water coolers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Miqrab AI’s analysis of 441 X \/ Twitter posts trending in Iraq on September 1, 2025, reveals a discourse dominated by sharp political criticism, regional tensions, and domestic social issues. Key narratives include commentary from prominent political figures on the government’s performance and regional conflicts, particularly involving Gaza and Syria. 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Faiq Al Sheikh Ali’s Critiques of Iraqi & Regional Politics<\/h2>\n
3. Reopening of Mosul’s Al-Nuri Mosque Sparks Debate<\/h2>\n
4. Yahya Rasoul’s Defiant Stance on “Al-Jolani”<\/h2>\n
5. Controversy Over New Syrian School Curriculum<\/h2>\n
6. Iraqi Intelligence Arrests ISIS Financiers in West Africa<\/h2>\n
7. Sheikh Hamid al-Hayes Disqualified from Elections<\/h2>\n
8. Political Feud Over Khamis al-Khanjar’s Past Remarks<\/h2>\n
9. Criticism of Gulf Rulers and Foreign Leaders<\/h2>\n
10. Protests Erupt in Baghdad and Basra<\/h2>\n