Based on an analysis of 468 X \/ Twitter posts trending in Iraq on July 30, 2025, Miqrab AI identified several dominant narratives circulating on the platform. The most prominent conversations centered on intense personal and political disputes, with a highly engaged post detailing accusations of treason and opportunism against media figure Ali Wajih. A concurrent and widespread theme was the ongoing debate over the role and conduct of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), with accounts fiercely defending the institution while others leveled serious accusations of misconduct and threats against the state. Other key topics included public outrage over alleged corruption and cronyism in government appointments, particularly for ambassadorial positions; controversy surrounding the political candidacy of activist Zaynab Jawad; and security concerns related to threats made by political figures and alleged militia plans in Anbar province.<\/p>\n
The most impactful story of the day was a lengthy and detailed denunciation of media figure and poet Ali Wajih by writer Ahmad Abdulsada<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong>. Abdulsada describes his conflict with Wajih as ideological, not personal, tracing Wajih’s career from a poet he once supported to what he now calls a “mercenary”<\/em> and “traitor.”<\/em> He accuses Wajih of having a Ba’athist family background and aligning with anti-PMF and anti-resistance factions during the war against ISIS, specifically citing Wajih’s alleged work with the British Institute for War and Peace Reporting under Hisham al-Hashimi. Abdulsada claims Wajih promoted hashtags like “(Fallujah is being exterminated)”<\/em> to undermine the PMF. He concludes by stating Wajih is now trying to get close to resistance factions for personal gain and that he deserves only “ostracism and contempt.”<\/em> The sentiment was echoed by Hiba Alnnayib<\/a> (Post Impact: 86%)<\/strong>, who shared a picture of Wajih with the comment, “Blessed is he who spat on this rotten face.”<\/em><\/p>\n The Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), or Hashd al-Shaabi, were the subject of intense and polarized debate. Some accounts accused the group of misconduct and undermining the state. For instance, Tamara Alkhazraji<\/a> (Post Impact: 86%)<\/strong> claimed that PMF fighters created a fake account using her name and photo. Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 43%)<\/strong> shared a video clip captioned, “A Hashdawi threat to Al-Sudani.. We will not integrate with the security forces, nor will we align with them.”<\/em> Hassan Al Hammadi<\/a> (Post Impact: 30%)<\/strong> accused the PMF of being the “third party” responsible for killing protesters during the Tishreen demonstrations. Conversely, other users staunchly defended the PMF. Abbas Al-Ardawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 35%)<\/strong> posted that “Iraq is safe as long as the Hajji is safe,”<\/em> reassuring Iraqis of their security with the PMF’s presence. Jaafar Al-Aboudi<\/a> (Post Impact: 21%)<\/strong> stated that opponents want to dismantle the PMF because it thwarted their projects, asserting, “The Hashd remains, and the traitors to the dustbins of treason!”<\/em><\/p>\n Activist Zaynab Jawad became a focal point of discussion after it was announced she would be running in the upcoming elections. Haydar<\/a> (Post Impact: 61%)<\/strong> broke the news that Jawad is running as part of the “Al-Badeel” (The Alternative) list. Her candidacy and the recent controversy surrounding her prompted messages of both support and analysis. Noor – Um Omar<\/a> (Post Impact: 37%)<\/strong> shared a video expressing admiration, stating, “I really like a strong woman with the strength of #Zaynab_Jawad.”<\/em> In a more analytical post, Ali Almadany<\/a> (Post Impact: 20%)<\/strong> argued against comparing the criticism Jawad faced with that of another female politician, claiming that what happened to Jawad was an “attempted social assassination”<\/em> via leaked photos, not political critique. Similarly, Noor Nafea Al-Jlihawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong> remarked that the “unethical targeting” of Jawad serves as a clear answer to how political opponents treat women who hold different views.<\/p>\n A significant trend focused on the display of Iraqi sovereignty in the Khor Abdullah waterway, a disputed area bordering Kuwait. Haydar<\/a> (Post Impact: 69%)<\/strong> reported that the state-run Al-Iraqiya TV channel was broadcasting live from the area, showing a deployment of the Iraqi Navy and the raising of the Iraqi flag on all vessels in the channel. The post was accompanied by a video of the broadcast. In a related post, Abu Drandish Al-Askari<\/a> (Post Impact: 54%)<\/strong> shared a patriotic video showing military forces in the same waterway with a defiant caption suggesting a challenge to anyone attempting to claim the territory. These posts collectively projected a narrative of national strength and control over the strategic channel.<\/p>\n Several accounts expressed outrage over a list of new ambassadorial appointments, alleging they were based on political connections rather than qualifications. The most prominent allegation, shared by _. suhair Al_jumaili<\/a> (Post Impact: 44%)<\/strong>, claimed that Prime Minister Al-Sudani appointed an “air conditioner repairman”<\/em> as an ambassador to a European country. The post also noted that the TV channel that first aired the claim later deleted the episode. Dr. Yahya Al-Kubaisi<\/a> (Post Impact: 27%)<\/strong> criticized two other appointments: a former police commissioner nearing the legal retirement age and another candidate who is 63 years old. Yasser Eljuboori<\/a> (Post Impact: 15%)<\/strong> shared a list of nominees, highlighting Rahman Al-Amiri, the brother of political leader Hadi Al-Amiri, sarcastically noting, “The most important thing is competence.”<\/em><\/p>\n Security concerns were raised over threats attributed to Ali Hatim Suleiman, who was identified in one post as a leader in the PMF’s security apparatus. Haydar<\/a> (Post Impact: 52%)<\/strong> noted that social media influencers were completely ignoring Suleiman’s “dangerous threat to Iraqi security,”<\/em> where he allegedly stated he would bring in fighters from across the border to fight against Iraq. In another post, Haydar<\/a> (Post Impact: 30%)<\/strong> directly quoted the threat, saying Suleiman was referring to bringing forces from Iran. The posts highlighted the gravity of the threat and questioned the silence of prominent social media voices on the matter.<\/p>\n A detailed narrative emerged alleging a militia-led plot targeting the Nukhayb region in Anbar province. Othman Al-Mukhtar<\/a> (Post Impact: 39%)<\/strong> claimed that recent rumors of weapon smuggling into Anbar were a lie fabricated by militia-linked media. He asserted the true objective was to provide cover for Abu Alaa al-Walai, leader of Kata’ib Sayyid al-Shuhada, to deploy more militia elements and seize vast tracts of land in Nukhayb under the guise of investment projects and securing the area. This account was corroborated by Sheikh Thaer Al-Bayati<\/a> (Post Impact: 17%)<\/strong>, who issued a statement warning of an “Iranian bloody plan”<\/em> to use these rumors as a pretext for sectarian displacement and demographic change in Sunni areas, explicitly naming Nukhayb.<\/p>\n A leaked video reportedly showing journalist Ali al-Dhabhawi meeting with Iraqi intelligence officials sparked differing interpretations online. Salim Aljomaili<\/a> (Post Impact: 47%)<\/strong> condemned the leak, arguing that if a citizen is working with his own country’s intelligence, releasing the footage to harm his reputation is like “spitting on oneself.”<\/em> He speculated the leak was carried out by officers with political loyalties rather than by the agency’s leadership. In contrast, Najeh Abbas Al-Mizan<\/a> (Post Impact: 29%)<\/strong> offered a different perspective, suggesting the video was leaked because the intelligence services “failed to tame him, neither by intimidation nor by temptation.”<\/em> He concluded that al-Dhabhawi was effectively detained in the video, not meeting voluntarily.<\/p>\n A dispute between prominent politician Khamis al-Khanjar and journalist Hussam Al-Hajj drew attention, with multiple posts highlighting a perceived double standard in media solidarity. Haydar<\/a> (Post Impact: 23%)<\/strong> reported that al-Khanjar is filing a lawsuit against Al-Hajj following an online campaign by what he termed “al-Khanjar’s electronic flies.” The conflict allegedly arose because Al-Hajj’s stance on Syria opposed al-Khanjar’s but aligned with the Iraqi state’s official position. In another post, Haydar<\/a> (Post Impact: 43%)<\/strong> contrasted the silence surrounding Al-Hajj’s case with the widespread support another journalist received for a lesser issue, suggesting it reveals who controls public opinion. Essam Hussein<\/a> (Post Impact: 21%)<\/strong> also criticized the lack of support for Al-Hajj, questioning the whereabouts of those who advocate for freedom of expression.<\/p>\n A touching story about a civilian victim of terrorism resonated with many users. Fadhil Abu Ragheef<\/a> (Post Impact: 49%)<\/strong> shared the story of Khalida Turki Imran, also known as “Umm Muntadhar,” who died in a car bombing in 2016. He recounted that when her car caught fire, she exited while engulfed in flames but, out of modesty and shame at her clothes having burned away, she refused help that would have exposed her body and chose to die instead. The story was shared as an example of Iraqi women’s honor and sacrifice. Ahmad Al-Rubaie<\/a> (Post Impact: 16%)<\/strong> also posted her picture with the caption, “The chaste Iraqi woman, do you know her story?”<\/em> prompting further engagement with her memory.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Based on an analysis of 468 X \/ Twitter posts trending in Iraq on July 30, 2025, Miqrab AI identified several dominant narratives circulating on the platform. The most prominent conversations centered on intense personal and political disputes, with a highly engaged post detailing accusations of treason and opportunism against media figure Ali Wajih. 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Debates and Accusations Surrounding the PMF<\/h2>\n
3. Zaynab Jawad’s Candidacy and the Resulting Controversy<\/h2>\n
4. Iraqi Military Operations in Khor Abdullah<\/h2>\n
5. Outrage Over Alleged Cronyism in Ambassador Appointments<\/h2>\n
6. Ali Hatim Suleiman’s Threats Against the State<\/h2>\n
7. Alleged Militia Plot to Seize Land in Anbar’s Nukhayb<\/h2>\n
8. Leaked Video Sparks Debate on Journalist Ali al-Dhabhawi<\/h2>\n
9. Khamis al-Khanjar Sues Journalist Hussam Al-Hajj<\/h2>\n
10. Remembering the Sacrifice of Khalida Turki Imran<\/h2>\n