Based on an analysis of 538 X \/ Twitter posts conducted by Miqrab AI on February 17, 2025, the primary narratives circulating in Iraq are dominated by political maneuvering, particularly from the Sadrist movement, which generated the highest engagement. Discussions also centered on the statements of prominent politicians like Nouri al-Maliki regarding Syria, alongside ongoing debates about the legacy of Saddam Hussein. Regional geopolitics featured heavily, with a focus on the roles of the United States, Iran, and Saudi Arabia in shaping Middle Eastern dynamics. Domestically, conversations revolved around the activities and public perception of the Iraqi army and security forces, criticism of government corruption and inadequate public services, and internal political debates concerning the Hashd al-Shaabi (PMF).<\/p>\n
A statement posted by Minister of the Leader – Salih Muhammad al-Iraqi<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%<\/strong>), a page associated with Muqtada al-Sadr, garnered the highest engagement of the day. The post, which contained only an image of a formal statement, prompted widespread reaction and interpretation among followers and political commentators. Accounts like Dr. Hussein al-Safi<\/a> (Post Impact: 49%<\/strong>) shared related imagery, referring to “The President: The one everyone said was a coward and despicable. But in reality, he is a bastard and an agent….<\/em>“. In a similar vein, Abbas al-Ardawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 41%<\/strong>) posted a picture with the text “Rejected by the people<\/em>,” suggesting opposition to the political establishment being addressed by the Sadrists.<\/p>\n Former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki’s past statements on Syria became a subject of ridicule and criticism. Shaho al-Qaradaghi<\/a> (Post Impact: 55%<\/strong>) shared a clip of Maliki saying, “We told the Americans that the fall of the Syrian regime would lead to the collapse of the region.<\/em>” Al-Qaradaghi commented sarcastically, “The Captagon factories collapsed, not the region.<\/em>” Similarly, Omar Abdulsatar Mahmoud<\/a> (Post Impact: 12%<\/strong>) shared a video clip with the caption “The fall of the Alawite regime is a loss<\/em> \ud83e\udd13,” appearing to mock the position that supported the former Syrian government.<\/p>\n The Iraqi military was a key topic, with posts covering official duties and controversial incidents. Abu Drandash al-Askari<\/a> (Post Impact: 46%<\/strong>) posted a video showing the Army Chief of Staff, Abdulamir Yarallah, inspecting a course for officers. Meanwhile, an incident in Kirkuk involving a soldier and a Kurdish farmer drew significant attention. Sufian al-Samarrai<\/a> (Post Impact: 35%<\/strong>) described a “Kurdish hero confronting Iraqi security forces preventing him from plowing his land in occupied Kirkuk.<\/em>” In contrast, Hayder<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%<\/strong>) reported that the Iraqi Army had detained the soldier involved for his illegal actions and accused “Barzani’s gang and media” of using the incident to incite against the army.<\/p>\n Supporters of the Tishreen (October) protest movement and political figure Faig al-Sheikh Ali were active online. Faig al-Sheikh Ali\/My word for history<\/a> (Post Impact: 42%<\/strong>) posted about the “truth of the eight-year war between Iraq and Iran,<\/em>” concluding with the hashtag #Tishreen_Revolution_Will_Triumph. His statements were amplified by accounts like Najeh Abbas al-Mizan<\/a> (Post Impact: 30%<\/strong>), who wrote, “Finally, the crushing, devastating, earth-shattering bombshells of #Faig_al-Sheikh_Ali have arrived!<\/em>” Hassan Basket Ball -HASSAN AL HAMMADI<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%<\/strong>) also used the Tishreen hashtag while listing names of security officers accused of killing protestors.<\/p>\n Discussions on X\/Twitter covered the shifting geopolitical landscape, particularly the roles of the US, Russia, and Saudi Arabia. Mehdi Jasem<\/a> (Post Impact: 38%<\/strong>) questioned why Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin chose Saudi Arabia for their meeting instead of Baghdad, asking, “Is Baghdad no longer the abode of peace?<\/em>” Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 20%<\/strong>) highlighted a “clear American threat to the militias<\/em>” for the first time under Trump, stating that “it’s time to settle scores.<\/em>” David Yassin<\/a> (Post Impact: 17%<\/strong>) speculated that Trump is attempting to broker a peace agreement between Iran and Israel.<\/p>\n The legacy of former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein was debated through satirical and critical posts. Wasan al-Sheikhli<\/a> (Post Impact: 42%<\/strong>) sarcastically shared a photoshopped image described as a “secret picture of Trump with Saddam Hussein and their agreement for Saddam’s return to power in 2025.<\/em>” In a more serious tone, Issam Hussein<\/a> (Post Impact: 19%<\/strong>) pushed back against nostalgia for that era, describing it as a time when “Saddam built his palaces while the citizen sold the doors of his house to provide some daily food for his family.<\/em>” He called the narrative of Saddam’s family being ascetic a lie spread by “thieves” to seize their properties.<\/p>\n Frustration with government failure and the lack of basic public services was a prominent theme. Bahaa khaleel<\/a> (Post Impact: 42%<\/strong>) posted a video of children crossing a dangerous road, expressing outrage over the government’s priorities: “My God, I’m going crazy. What is the cost of building a safe pedestrian bridge for these children? $10,000? $100,000?<\/em>” This sentiment of neglect was echoed by Mashaan al-Jabouri<\/a> (Post Impact: 13%<\/strong>), who stated that “Loss of confidence in the possibility of correcting the path of the political system in Iraq is increasing day by day.<\/em>”<\/p>\n Iran’s role in the region and the character of its leadership were subjects of both praise and criticism. Amir al-Mousawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 40%<\/strong>) shared a video showcasing the modest home and old Iranian car of Ayatollah Khamenei, portraying him as a “humiliator of the arrogant and hypocrites<\/em>” and questioning if other “Islamic leaders who consider themselves within his axis<\/em>” would learn from his ascetic example. Conversely, Yasser Eljuboori – Yasser al-Jubouri<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%<\/strong>) contrasted international aid from the UAE, US, and Kuwait with Iran’s contribution, stating, “but the eastern neighbor sold us bullets and the guys considered it an achievement.<\/em>”<\/p>\n Politician Adnan al-Zurfi<\/a> (Post Impact: 31%<\/strong>) raised concerns about perceived discrimination in how different branches of Iraq’s security forces are memorialized. He found it painful to see pictures of martyrs on the streets but noted the absence of those from the Counter-Terrorism Service, Iraqi Army, or Police. He questioned if their blood was cheaper than that of their brothers in the Hashd (PMF), or “is it because there is no one to trade in their blood and profit from it?<\/em>” The post was supported by Abu Drandash al-Askari<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%<\/strong>), who shared photos of humble homes from which he said martyrs came, contrasting them with where politicians live.<\/p>\n The failure of the Iraqi parliament to pass the Service and Retirement Law for the Hashd al-Shaabi (Popular Mobilization Forces) was a significant topic. Yasser al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%<\/strong>) reported that the session was not held due to “the insistence of the brotherly MPs to proceed with passing the Hashd law,<\/em>” making its passage inevitable. Abbas al-Ardawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%<\/strong>) confirmed the session was adjourned without passing the law, adding that “unfortunately, the parliament fails once again to complete the vote, and the dispute is purely Shia-Shia.<\/em>” Muna Sami – Muna Sami<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%<\/strong>) noted the law’s importance, stating it would “draw the shape of the next government.<\/em>“<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Based on an analysis of 538 X \/ Twitter posts conducted by Miqrab AI on February 17, 2025, the primary narratives circulating in Iraq are dominated by political maneuvering, particularly from the Sadrist movement, which generated the highest engagement. 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Nouri al-Maliki’s Remarks on Syrian Regime<\/h2>\n
3. Iraqi Army Activities and Public Incidents<\/h2>\n
4. Faig al-Sheikh Ali and the Tishreen Movement<\/h2>\n
5. Regional Geopolitics and US Foreign Policy<\/h2>\n
6. Debates on Saddam Hussein’s Legacy<\/h2>\n
7. Government Incompetence and Lack of Infrastructure<\/h2>\n
8. Iran’s Influence and Ayatollah Khamenei<\/h2>\n
9. Discrimination Among Iraqi Security Forces<\/h2>\n
10. The Hashd al-Shaabi (PMF) Retirement Law<\/h2>\n