Based on an analysis of 1173 X \/ Twitter posts by Miqrab AI on June 24, 2025, the primary narrative in Iraq revolves around the aftermath of the recent Iran-Israel conflict. Discussions are sharply divided between two camps: those celebrating an Iranian “victory” and those who mock these claims, pointing to significant Iranian losses. A second major theme is the drone attack on Iraqi military bases, which destroyed key radar systems, sparking widespread condemnation and debate over the perpetrators. Other significant conversations include the announcement of a new Saudi-funded stadium in Baghdad, expressions of sectarian tension, and political commentary on the ceasefire and regional leadership.<\/p>\n
Following a ceasefire, a dominant narrative promoted by pro-Iran accounts and politicians is the declaration of an Iranian victory over Israel. Nouri Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%<\/strong>) described the conflict as an “unprecedented victory”<\/em> that revealed the strength of Iranian strikes and forced Israel to seek a ceasefire. Naeem Al-Aboudi<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%<\/strong>) lauded Iran’s “legendary steadfastness,”<\/em> stating it emerged from the war as a great power that will be reckoned with in the Middle East. Similarly, Ahmed Al-Thawaq<\/a> (Post Impact: 28%<\/strong>) announced, “The war ended at 7:00 Shiite time. Congratulations to us for this great victory,”<\/em> reflecting a sentiment echoed by Mazen Al-Zaidi<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%<\/strong>) who argued that Iran’s intact nuclear and missile programs constitute a clear win.<\/p>\n In direct opposition to victory claims, many influential accounts expressed skepticism and ridiculed the notion of an Iranian win, highlighting the extensive damage Iran sustained. Faiq Al-Sheikh Ali<\/a> (Post Impact: 55%<\/strong>) stated that “45 years of resistance slogans… all evaporated in a dozen days!”<\/em> Dr. Zaid Abdulwahab Al-Azami<\/a> (Post Impact: 13%<\/strong>) sarcastically noted that Iran is celebrating victory despite the assassination of senior military leaders and the destruction of nuclear facilities. Analyst David Yassin<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%<\/strong>) provided a detailed breakdown of the alleged damage, describing the Iranian regime as a “structure without muscles, a system without nerves”<\/em> and predicting an internal collapse.<\/p>\n A major domestic security incident dominated discussions after drone attacks targeted several Iraqi military sites. The Prime Minister’s Media Office<\/a> (Post Impact: 13%<\/strong>) released an official statement confirming that small suicide drones caused significant damage to radar systems at the Al-Taji camp and Imam Ali Base. The statement called the incident a “treacherous and cowardly assault”<\/em> and announced a high-level committee to investigate. Accounts like Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%<\/strong>) and Aayad Al Twfan<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%<\/strong>) specified that the destroyed equipment was the American-made Lockheed Martin AN\/TPS-77 long-range radar, of which Iraq possessed only a few.<\/p>\n In the wake of the drone strikes on Iraqi bases, social media users debated who was responsible. Abbas Al-Ardawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%<\/strong>), citing Hebrew media and an official source, claimed Israel was behind the attack to destroy Iraqi radar capabilities and create internal strife by blaming Iraqi resistance factions. Conversely, Dhafer Al-Ani<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%<\/strong>) accused pro-Iran factions of attacking their own country in a scene that “combines betrayal with claims of heroism”<\/em> to wash away the shame of their defeat. Security analyst Fadel Abu Ragheef<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%<\/strong>) condemned the act as a shameful attack on Iraq’s sovereignty and people’s assets, urging an end to speculation until the official investigation concludes.<\/p>\n Amidst news of regional conflict, there was highly engaged discussion about a major development project in Baghdad. The account Haider<\/a> (Post Impact: 77%<\/strong>), in a viral post, announced that Saudi Arabia has set Wednesday as the opening date for the “King Salman International Stadium” in Bismayah city. The post describes the 93,000-seat venue as a complete sports city, gifted by King Salman to Iraq in 2017. It also notes that the inauguration was delayed due to the ongoing war in the region. The post from Haider<\/a> (Post Impact: 77%<\/strong>) was one of the single most impactful posts of the day.<\/p>\n Accounts shared visuals of public reactions in Iran following the ceasefire. Mohammed Al-Hamad<\/a> (Post Impact: 33%<\/strong>) posted a video showing Iranians taking to the streets to celebrate what he called a victory over the “Zionist entity.” The hashtags #\u0628\u0634\u0627\u0626\u0631_\u0627\u0644\u0641\u062a\u062d (Harbingers of Conquest) and #\u0627\u0644\u0648\u0639\u062f_\u0627\u0644\u0635\u0627\u062f\u0642_\u0663 (The Sincere Promise 3) were used to frame the celebrations. In a contrasting observation, journalist Zaid Benjamin<\/a> (Post Impact: 25%<\/strong>) noted that Iranian state television had already resumed its “normal programming,” suggesting a swift return to the status quo by the state media apparatus.<\/p>\n The ceasefire agreement drew reactions from various political figures and commentators. Nechirvan Barzani<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%<\/strong>), President of the Iraqi Kurdistan Region, issued a statement welcoming the ceasefire announcement from Donald Trump and extending his appreciation for the commitment to diplomacy. The account Haider<\/a> (Post Impact: 20%<\/strong>) shared a screenshot suggesting that Reza Pahlavi, the son of the last Shah of Iran, had unfollowed both Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu on social media following the ceasefire.<\/p>\n Pro-Iranian accounts used the occasion of the conflict’s end to express veneration for Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. Abbas Al-Ardawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 12%<\/strong>) posted a picture of Khamenei with a caption calling him the “master of Arabs and non-Arabs”<\/em> and pledging allegiance to him in peace and war. Abu Mzeal<\/a> (Post Impact: 18%<\/strong>) praised the leadership with the words, “Find me a leader like him in the whole world! At night he strikes America and in the morning he strikes Israel.”<\/em> These posts frame the Iranian leadership as powerful and uniquely capable of confronting global powers.<\/p>\n The regional conflict has exacerbated sectarian rhetoric among Iraqi social media users. The account Ahmed Al-Thawaq<\/a> (Post Impact: 16%<\/strong>), in a sectarian post, stated that those who were hoping to return to power are now upset because “rule remains for the Shiites until the Day of Resurrection.”<\/em> From the other side, Othman Al-Mukhtar<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%<\/strong>) condemned what he called insults against the Prophet’s companions and wives in southern Iraq by “the new Safavids” and called for an urgent Arab and Islamic response, criticizing the Iraqi government for inaction.<\/p>\n Despite widespread talk of a ceasefire, some accounts reported that Israeli military actions against Iran were continuing. Hiba Al-Nnayib<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%<\/strong>) shared “urgent” news of Israeli airstrikes on the Iranian city of Shiraz, which were said to have occurred while residents were celebrating the “victory.” Adding to this, Omar Abdul Sattar Mahmoud<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%<\/strong>) posted a quote attributed to the Israeli Chief of Staff, who allegedly said, “We will attack forcefully after the serious Iranian violations.”<\/em> These posts suggest the conflict may not be fully resolved.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Based on an analysis of 1173 X \/ Twitter posts by Miqrab AI on June 24, 2025, the primary narrative in Iraq revolves around the aftermath of the recent Iran-Israel conflict. Discussions are sharply divided between two camps: those celebrating an Iranian “victory” and those who mock these claims, pointing to significant Iranian losses. 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Skepticism and Mockery of Iran’s “Victory”<\/h2>\n
3. Drone Attacks Destroy Iraqi Military Radar Systems<\/h2>\n
4. Speculation on Perpetrators of Iraqi Base Attacks<\/h2>\n
5. Saudi Arabia to Open King Salman Stadium in Baghdad<\/h2>\n
6. Iranian Public Celebrations and Media Normalization<\/h2>\n
7. Political Reactions to the Ceasefire Announcement<\/h2>\n
8. Praise for Iranian Leadership and Khamenei<\/h2>\n
9. Sectarian Tensions and Rhetoric Flare Up<\/h2>\n
10. Reports of Continued Israeli Strikes Despite Ceasefire<\/h2>\n