Based on an analysis of 418 trending Facebook posts on May 18, 2025, Miqrab AI identified several key narratives circulating in Iraq. The most engaging topics included widespread outrage over alleged mistreatment of workers by a female official, social commentary from popular influencers, and expressions of national pride and appreciation for the Iraqi security forces. Alongside these, significant attention was given to humanitarian stories of public generosity towards orphaned children and families of accident victims. Political and economic discourse also featured prominently, with discussions on government accountability regarding a “forgotten” oil asset in Somalia, criticism of foreign aid decisions, and complaints about persistent electricity shortages following the Arab Summit in Baghdad.<\/p>\n
A wave of condemnation spread across Iraqi Facebook pages following the circulation of videos showing a woman, widely referred to as “Alawiya,” allegedly mistreating and verbally abusing workers. Pages like Haider Al-Hamdani<\/a> (Post Impact: 91%)<\/strong> and Mohammad Nasser Khalif Mohammad Nasser Khalif<\/a> (Post Impact: 81%)<\/strong> shared clips of the incident, expressing disgust with captions like “Look at the poor workers.”<\/em> Further posts from Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong> identified the woman as an employee at the General Company for Food Trade and shared videos of her threatening to drag workers by their collars. The posts fueled public anger, with Haider Al-Hamdani also sharing a rumor that a reward of 150,000 dinars was being offered to employees who would vote for “Alawiya.”<\/p>\n Prominent social media personalities engaged their audiences with commentary on morality and public responsibility. Haider Al-Hamdani<\/a> (Post Impact: 57%)<\/strong> posted a video questioning societal standards by asking, “So, this isn’t considered degenerate content?”<\/em>, sparking debate among his followers. In a related conversational thread, Haider Khalaf Ghazi<\/a> (Post Impact: 55%)<\/strong> shared a video in which he thanked a colleague named Inas for her advice and affirmed his commitment to serving people, posting, “I will take it and I will strive to serve people with what is beneficial.”<\/em> These posts highlight the role of influencers in shaping public discourse on social values in Iraq.<\/p>\n Multiple posts celebrating the Iraqi security forces gained significant traction, reflecting a sentiment of national pride. The page Support for Iraqi Security Forces<\/a> (Post Impact: 53%)<\/strong> shared a video showcasing members of the Counter-Terrorism Service with French Caracal helicopters. The same page also posted a tribute to Lieutenant General Jaafar al-Batat, the former commander of the Federal Police, praising him as a beloved leader and father figure to his troops with a caption that read, “When the commander is like a father”<\/em> (Post Impact: 41%)<\/strong>. This series of posts highlights ongoing public support and admiration for the various branches of Iraq’s military and security apparatus.<\/p>\n A highly impactful post from media personality Aziz Nasser – Aziz Nasser<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong> announced that housing has been secured for three orphaned sisters and their brother whose story had recently gone viral. Nasser clarified that a residence was rented for the family, with the rent covered for two years, and that furnishing and ongoing support would be provided. He stressed that the family had not accepted assistance from any other entity and had specifically requested that no one else offer them aid, stating, “they also asked not to be helped by anyone at all.”<\/em><\/p>\n News of a previously unknown Iraqi-owned oil refinery in Somalia triggered surprise and sharp criticism of government oversight. Political figure Mustafa Sanad – Mustafa Sanad<\/a> (Post Impact: 24%)<\/strong> sarcastically questioned how such a significant asset could be forgotten, asking, “What is it, a slipper that they forgot?!”<\/em> The page From Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> reported that government spokesman Basim Al-Awadi confirmed Prime Minister Al-Sudani was surprised when the Somali President informed him of the refinery’s existence. The story was also covered by Saqr Al Zakaria<\/a> (Post Impact: 13%)<\/strong>, amplifying the narrative of governmental neglect.<\/p>\n Several stories of tragic deaths resonated deeply with the public, leading to an outpouring of grief and acts of generosity. The page Latest Iraqi Events<\/a> (Post Impact: 24%)<\/strong> shared the heartbreaking story of a young man named Hamdan who lost his mother and sisters in a traffic accident in Nasiriyah. The same page also reported on the death of a tea vendor named Abdullah, whose kiosk overturned due to strong winds (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong>. This second tragedy prompted a charitable response, as reported by Bab Al-Toob<\/a> (Post Impact: 17%)<\/strong>, which shared that a man from Mosul had donated a 100-meter plot of land to the deceased vendor’s family.<\/p>\n Iraq’s financial contribution to Gaza reconstruction efforts became a point of contention after a Palestinian activist’s comments were shared online. Pages like The Journalist Qahtan Adnan<\/a> (Post Impact: 18%)<\/strong> and Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%)<\/strong> posted a video in which a Palestinian woman criticized the $20 million donation made during the Arab Summit. She is shown questioning the adequacy of the amount, stating, “20 million only, and Iraq is an oil country?!”<\/em> The clips sparked discussions among Iraqi social media users about the country’s foreign aid priorities.<\/p>\n Frustration over Iraq’s chronic electricity shortages resurfaced immediately following the conclusion of the Arab Summit in Baghdad. Pages such as Al-Adhamiya News<\/a> (Post Impact: 15%)<\/strong> and Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> posted identical messages sarcastically noting the return of power cuts. Their posts stated, “After the summit ended, there was no trace of electricity left,”<\/em> suggesting that improved power supply during the event was temporary and intended only for international visitors.<\/p>\n News about the health of former U.S. President Joe Biden was shared across several Iraqi pages. Both Steven Nabil<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> and Maher Mohi::Voice of the Nation’s Protectors<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> reported that a statement from Biden’s office had announced his diagnosis with prostate cancer. The posts disseminated the international news item to their Iraqi audiences, making it one of the day’s trending topics.<\/p>\n2. Influencers Spark Dialogue on Social Issues and Public Service<\/h2>\n
3. Appreciation Posts for Iraqi Security Forces Go Viral<\/h2>\n
4. Housing Secured for Orphaned Siblings in Act of Charity<\/h2>\n
5. Discovery of “Forgotten” Iraqi Oil Refinery in Somalia Sparks Debate<\/h2>\n
6. Tragic Accidents Evoke Widespread Public Sympathy and Action<\/h2>\n
7. Criticism Over Iraq’s $20 Million Aid Donation to Gaza<\/h2>\n
8. Power Outages Reportedly Return After Arab Summit in Baghdad<\/h2>\n
9. Former US President Joe Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis Reported<\/h2>\n
10. Defense of Iraqi Journalist Flora Raad Against Online Harassment<\/h2>\n