Based on an analysis of 505 X \/ Twitter posts trending on March 25, 2025, Miqrab AI found that online conversations in Iraq were dominated by a lecture from influential cleric Muqtada al-Sadr, which achieved the highest engagement. Other major themes included sharp political criticism, with users mocking pro-Iranian accounts for spreading misinformation about advanced weaponry, and robust debates surrounding the historical figure Salah al-Din Ayyubi. Regional politics were also prominent, with significant discussion on protests in Turkey and a US national security leak. Domestically, there was widespread frustration with the performance of the Iraqi national football team, alongside commentary on the ongoing economic collapse of the Iranian currency.<\/p>\n
The most impactful post of the day came from Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong>, who shared the tenth lecture in his Quranic interpretation series. The post, titled “The Favor of the Almighty and the Effusions of the Foremost,”<\/em> focused on the chapter of Al-Mursalat. The high engagement reflects Sadr’s significant influence and the close attention his followers pay to his religious teachings and public statements. The post included a video of the lecture, continuing his effort to provide religious guidance directly to his large base of supporters via social media.<\/p>\n A narrative mocking alleged Iranian military propaganda gained significant traction, led by commentator Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 23%)<\/strong>. He ridiculed a viral Facebook post claiming Iran possesses a “plasma weapon” that is “eight times the speed of light” and questioned the scientific literacy of those promoting it, asking, “First of all, is sound faster than light?!”<\/em> and “Why does a ‘Walai’ [pro-Iranian loyalist] have to be stupid?”<\/em> In a separate post<\/a> (Post Impact: 12%)<\/strong>, he referred to the plasma weapon story as “a lie that has filled Facebook.”<\/em> The posts characterize pro-Iranian accounts as gullible and prone to sharing absurd misinformation to bolster Iran’s image.<\/p>\n The legacy of the 12th-century Muslim leader Salah al-Din Ayyubi became a flashpoint for sectarian and ethnic debate. Abdelrazaq Al-Hayali<\/a> (Post Impact: 22%)<\/strong> invoked Salah al-Din’s victory over the Fatimid state to criticize what he called “the tails of Iran.”<\/em> Conversely, Tamara Alkhazraji<\/a> (Post Impact: 12%)<\/strong> condemned cleric Imad Al-Musafir for calling Salah al-Din a “criminal and a murderer,”<\/em> contrasting this with the respect he receives in other Arab countries. Meanwhile, Dr. Nayif Kurdistani<\/a> (Post Impact: 12%)<\/strong> highlighted Salah al-Din’s Kurdish identity, quoting Palestinian poet Moeen Bseiso: “Salah al-Din was a Kurd. When he was victorious, he became an Arab. Had he been defeated, he would have been a Kurdish spy.”<\/em><\/p>\n Several accounts shared videos and commentary on large-scale protests in Turkey against President Recep Tayyip Erdo\u011fan’s government. Hassan Al-Kabi<\/a> (Post Impact: 19%)<\/strong> posted footage of demonstrations, cheering on the protesters and expressing support for a potential future president, Imamoglu. In another post<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong>, he stated that large crowds were denouncing Erdo\u011fan’s “crimes and corruption” and demanding his resignation. Analyst Salem Mashkour<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> also shared a video of a brawl in the Turkish parliament, sarcastically noting that Erdo\u011fan’s MPs responded to criticism from the opposition with a “democratic”<\/em> style.<\/p>\n A major security failure within the Trump administration was a key topic of discussion, with users expressing shock at the carelessness of top officials. Liqaa Maki<\/a> (Post Impact: 21%)<\/strong> described the incident as a “scandal,”<\/em> stating that the administration now “looks like a group of amateurs who don’t know they are amateurs.”<\/em> He noted the gravity of the situation, where senior officials in the State Department, intelligence, and defense were part of a Signal group where attack plans were discussed, and none objected until a journalist was added by mistake. Salem Al-Jumaili<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> echoed this sentiment, calling it a “dangerous decline in the level of security awareness within the American administration.”<\/em><\/p>\n The Iraqi national football team’s poor performance and loss to Palestine in the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup triggered a wave of anger and disappointment online. Multiple users called for the dismissal of the coach and the football federation leadership. Haider<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> questioned the point of keeping the federation and coach after such a failure, demanding a complete restructuring. Zaid Benjamin<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> bluntly stated, “Iraq does not deserve to advance to the World Cup finals.”<\/em> Commentator Dr. Ihssan Al-Shimmari<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> drew a parallel between the team and the country’s leadership, saying, “The performance of our national team and the political class are both weak.”<\/em><\/p>\n Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, widely known as Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, was the subject of intense criticism. Abdelrazaq Al-Hayali<\/a> (Post Impact: 22%)<\/strong> posted a picture of al-Jolani, comparing him unfavorably to Salah al-Din and referring to his supporters as followers of Iran. In a poll posted by Dr. Hussein Al-Safi<\/a> (Post Impact: 12%)<\/strong>, “Al-Jolani” was listed as one of the options for “the most insulted person during the holy month of Ramadan.” Haider<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> sarcastically posted a fabricated “statement” from “Al-Jolani’s foreign ministry” condemning an Israeli attack, implying his inaction and hypocrisy.<\/p>\n The rapid devaluation of the Iranian currency was another major topic, with many users highlighting its collapse as a sign of the regime’s failure. Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> reported that the toman’s value on the black market had fallen to 104 million per dollar, adding sarcastically that pro-regime loyalists believe this is the “price of ‘victories’.”<\/em> Similarly, Yasser Eljuboori<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> pointed out the severity of the economic crisis by comparing the current exchange rate to that of Iraq under Saddam Hussein. Dr. Zaid Abdulwahab Al-A’adhami<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> also described the currency’s fall as a “historic collapse.”<\/em><\/p>\n A stark contrast was drawn between the living conditions of foreign fighters in Syria and the native Syrian population, sparking outrage. Haider<\/a> (Post Impact: 25%)<\/strong> shared a video and noted that while many Syrians are forced to beg for money outside their country, “Uzbek, Turkestani, and Chechen elements are living a life of luxury in occupied Syria.”<\/em> This sentiment was shared by Hassan Al-Kabi<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong>, who stated that native Syrians are living in the “fifth class” while foreign fighters enjoy “first class luxury.” The posts highlight a sense of injustice and resentment over the situation in Syria.<\/p>\n While some users focused on negative news from Iran, others celebrated the qualification of its national football team for the World Cup. Issam Hussein<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong> congratulated the “Iranian team, our brother in faith,”<\/em> for reaching the finals for the seventh time. The account Huroof Sumeria<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> also shared the news of the qualification. This positive sporting achievement was contrasted by Abu Mzeal<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong>, who listed Iran’s achievements, including making missiles, nuclear technology, and qualifying for the World Cup, to criticize those who boycott its goods.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Based on an analysis of 505 X \/ Twitter posts trending on March 25, 2025, Miqrab AI found that online conversations in Iraq were dominated by a lecture from influential cleric Muqtada al-Sadr, which achieved the highest engagement. 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3. Heated Debate Over Historical Figure Salah al-Din Ayyubi<\/h2>\n
4. Protests Against Erdogan’s Government in Turkey<\/h2>\n
5. US Security Blunder in “Signal Group” Leak<\/h2>\n
6. Frustration Over National Football Team’s Loss<\/h2>\n
7. Criticism of Syrian Leader Ahmed al-Sharaa (Al-Jolani)<\/h2>\n
8. Collapse of Iran’s Currency Sparks Concern and Ridicule<\/h2>\n
9. Conditions of Foreign vs. Local Populations in Syria<\/h2>\n
10. Iran’s World Cup Qualification Celebrated<\/h2>\n