Miqrab AI analyzed a total of (484) Facebook posts that were trending on August 18, 2025. The most dominant narrative across Iraqi Facebook pages was the official conclusion of the investigation into the death of Dr. Ban Ziyad, with the Supreme Judicial Council ruling it a suicide, sparking a wide range of reactions from acceptance to skepticism. Other significant topics included a successful joint security operation between Iraq and Lebanon to dismantle a major Captagon factory, government administrative news concerning employee promotions and exemptions for security forces, and political discussions from a high-level meeting of the nation’s top leaders. Cultural and religious sentiments were also prominent, particularly a viral post honoring a servant of Arbaeen pilgrims.<\/p>\n
The Supreme Judicial Council’s decision to close the investigation into the death of Dr. Ban Ziyad and rule it a suicide was the most widely discussed topic. Pages such as Iraqeen W Bas<\/a> (Post Impact: 18%)<\/strong> and Haider Khalaf Ghazi<\/a> (Post Impact: 15%)<\/strong> reported the official announcement. Some pages supported the conclusion; Muna Sami<\/a> (Post Impact: 21%)<\/strong> accepted the ruling and criticized those who used the case for social media trends. Khan Jaghan<\/a> (Post Impact: 22%)<\/strong> shared excerpts from the criminal report, including handwritten notes attributed to the deceased in which she allegedly wrote she was “tired of existence.”<\/em> Conversely, other pages expressed skepticism. Journalist Qahtan Adnan<\/a> (Post Impact: 46%)<\/strong> posted a video questioning the official narrative, while Dr. Ali Al-Qaisi<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong> provided a detailed forensic analysis arguing that the wounds were inconsistent with suicide.<\/p>\n Several pages reported on a major anti-drug operation where Iraqi intelligence led to the dismantling of a large Captagon factory in Lebanon. Al-Khuwa Al-Nadhifa<\/a> (Post Impact: 19%)<\/strong>, citing the Security Media Cell, announced the joint operation dismantled the “largest Captagon factory in the Middle East”<\/em> in Lebanon’s Beqaa region based on “accurate information” from Iraq. Steven Nabil<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> praised the Iraqi security services for the achievement and called for the arrested individuals’ confessions to be made public to expose their networks. The news was also shared by pages like Support for Iraqi Security Forces<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> and Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong>, which highlighted the crucial role of Iraqi intelligence in the successful operation.<\/p>\n News of the Ministry of Finance approving promotions and allowances for government employees gained traction. Iraq 24<\/a> (Post Impact: 12%)<\/strong> reported that the ministry approved the release of these benefits specifically for employees of the Ministry of Industry and Minerals. Diyala TV<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> reported on the broader directive from the Finance Ministry to all ministries. In a follow-up post, Diyala TV<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> noted that the Ministry of Electricity was the second ministry to begin implementing the order, signaling a wider rollout of the decision.<\/p>\n A video highlighting an act of devotion during the Arbaeen pilgrimage received the highest engagement of any single post. The page Abbas Combat Division\/Brigade 26<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong> shared a clip showing the division honoring a “Husseini servant who ran barefoot to serve the Arbaeen visitors.” The act was part of the division’s “Loyalty” tour, and the post celebrated the spirit of service to pilgrims in Karbala.<\/p>\n A statement from the Governor of Erbil regarding illicit activities in the province was a high-impact story. The page Al-Khuwa Al-Nadhifa<\/a> (Post Impact: 61%)<\/strong> reported that the governor officially denied the existence of any licensed or officially designated venues for prostitution or gambling within the Erbil province.<\/p>\n A directive from the Prime Minister’s office granting an exemption to security personnel was shared by several pages. Maher Mouhi::Sawt Humat Al-Watan<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong> reported that the Commander-in-Chief, Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, exempted members of the Iraqi Armed Forces from the electronic reservation system required for obtaining official documents, including driver’s licenses, national ID cards, and passports. The page noted this was done in appreciation of their sacrifices. Iraq Plus Network<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> also reported the news, confirming the exemption covered all security personnel.<\/p>\n A high-level meeting of Iraq’s top leaders to discuss the country’s political future was reported. The office of the Speaker of Parliament, Dr. Mahmoud Al-Mashhadani<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong>, announced his participation in the “Four Presidencies” meeting. The meeting also included President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid, Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, and Supreme Judicial Council President Faiq Zidan. The agenda covered preparations for upcoming elections, resolving issues from recent parliamentary sessions, and the implementation of the general amnesty law. The Iraqi PMO<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> also issued a statement, stressing the leaders’ focus on ensuring a transparent and fair electoral environment.<\/p>\n Public health warnings about the approaching flu season and a controversial treatment method were circulated. The pages Ahdath Erbil<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> and Nafs Al-Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> posted identical messages alerting citizens to the expected rise in seasonal flu cases, characterized by fever and body aches, due to the changing weather. Both pages explicitly warned the public to avoid “cocktail injections” (al-ibra al-khabt) as a remedy.<\/p>\n The scheduling of a high-profile military trial was reported by news pages. Both Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> and Al-Iraqi Al-Aseel<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> announced that the Military Court has set the upcoming Thursday as the date for the trial of General Nasser Al-Ghannam. The trial is connected to the deaths of students at the Fourth Military College.<\/p>\n Developments at the Ministry of Communications aimed at boosting investment were a topic of discussion. Al-Taqniya wal Itisalat<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> shared a statement from Communications Minister Hiyam Al-Yasiri regarding the activation of data “transit” lines. The minister noted that Iraq now has 10 active lines for global data transfer, a significant increase from the two non-operational cables she found upon taking office. The Iraqi Ministry of Communications<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> promoted this development, quoting the minister as saying these lines “open the doors of global investment in Iraq.”<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Miqrab AI analyzed a total of (484) Facebook posts that were trending on August 18, 2025. 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Iraqi Intelligence Leads to Major Captagon Factory Bust in Lebanon<\/h2>\n
3. Finance Ministry Approves Promotions and Allowances for Employees<\/h2>\n
4. Division Honors Barefoot Servant of Arbaeen Pilgrims<\/h2>\n
5. Erbil Governor Denies Licensed Prostitution and Gambling<\/h2>\n
6. Security Forces Exempted From Electronic Document Booking<\/h2>\n
7. “Four Presidencies” Meet on Elections and National Issues<\/h2>\n
8. Health Warning Issued for Seasonal Flu and “Cocktail Injections”<\/h2>\n
9. Trial Date Set for General Nasser Al-Ghannam<\/h2>\n
10. Communications Ministry Promotes Iraq as Data Transit Hub<\/h2>\n