Based on a Miqrab AI analysis of 463 Facebook posts trending on February 1, 2026, the dominant narratives in Iraq centered on the Sadrist movement’s large-scale mobilization for the upcoming Sha’baniyah pilgrimage, widespread public frustration over ongoing salary delays, and significant political developments including a stalemate in electing a new president and the replacement of the US special envoy. Discussions also touched upon security coordination between political-military factions, Prime Minister Sudani’s anti-corruption efforts, and the latest results in international football, reflecting a diverse range of public interests.<\/p>\n
The Sadrist movement is generating significant online engagement with content focused on mobilizing supporters for the upcoming Sha’baniyah religious observances. A highly impactful reel from Aziz Nasser<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong> with the caption “This is our position and it will not change \ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf6”<\/em> was the most popular post. Other pages, such as Wazir al-Qaid<\/a> (Post Impact: 52%)<\/strong> and Markaz al-I’lam al-‘Iraqi<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong>, shared a poem attributed to Muqtada al-Sadr pledging allegiance to Imam Mahdi. The movement’s official activities were also highlighted, with The private office of His Eminence Sayyid Muqtada al-Sadr<\/a> (Post Impact: 19%)<\/strong> reporting on a meeting with religious chanters Faqid al-Musawi and Ali al-Dalfi to prepare hymns. Furthermore, pages like Farqat al-Abbas al-Qitaliyah\/ Liwa’26<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%)<\/strong> shared news of security coordination between Saraya al-Salam and the al-Abbas Combat Division to secure the pilgrimage.<\/p>\n Frustration over delayed salary payments for government employees is a major topic of discussion, with pages highlighting the severe impact on citizens’ lives. Muhammad Nasser Khalif<\/a> (Post Impact: 16%)<\/strong> posted a video questioning if the fate of salaries is now dependent on a “transient post that appears and disappears.”<\/em> The human cost of these delays was starkly illustrated by Maher Mohi::Sawt Humat al-Watan<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%)<\/strong>, which shared the tragic story of a soldier who died from a heart attack while waiting for his salary to send money to his family. The financial repercussions were further detailed by Muhammad Na’na’<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong>, who recounted a story of a man being fined for a late loan installment because his salary hadn’t been paid. At the political level, Diyala Diyala TV<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> reported that MP Zahraa Luqman condemned the salary delays for education employees in Diyala and demanded immediate action.<\/p>\n News of a change in the United States’ special envoy to Iraq circulated widely, prompting both factual reporting and satire. Al-Khawa al-Nadhifa<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> reported a statement from Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein confirming that Mark Savaya is no longer the US presidential envoy and that Thomas Barrack is now responsible for the Iraq file. Hisham Ali :: Husham Ali<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> also shared the news, citing Reuters. The development was a topic of satirical commentary as well, with Set Ashwaq Umm al-Qanuniyah<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%)<\/strong> humorously suggesting that Trump had replaced Savaya with a character from the anime Grendizer.<\/p>\n Iraq’s parliament is facing a political crisis after failing for a second time to achieve the necessary quorum to elect a new President of the Republic, a move seen as a violation of constitutional deadlines. Pages like Min Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> criticized the failure, questioning the absence of representatives from such a critical session. In response to the deadlock, Al-A’dhamiya News<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> reported that some MPs have begun collecting signatures to dissolve parliament. The official Majlis al-Nuwwab al-‘Iraqi<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> page announced that the parliament’s presidency held a meeting with heads of political blocs to discuss the issue, which was confirmed by participants like Dr. Hanan al-Fatlawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong>, who stated a deadline was given to Kurdish blocs to agree on a candidate.<\/p>\n Sports fans followed the latest Spanish league football match, where Real Madrid narrowly defeated Rayo Vallecano. The page Al-Khawa al-Nadhifa<\/a> (Post Impact: 13%)<\/strong> reported that Real Madrid won “by the skin of their teeth” with a score of two goals to one in the 22nd round of La Liga. Adding to the drama, Mosul – MOSUL<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> noted that the winning goal came from a penalty kick in the 100th minute of the match.<\/p>\n Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani’s efforts to tackle corruption and streamline government spending were highlighted across several pages. The Prime Minister’s official page, Al-Muhandis Muhammad Shia’ al-Sudani<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong>, and The Media Office of the Iraqi Prime Minister<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong>, reported on a meeting Sudani chaired with the heads of the Commission of Integrity and the Federal Board of Supreme Audit. During the meeting, Sudani emphasized the importance of these institutions in rationalizing expenditures and increasing state revenues. He directed them to take “preventive measures that prevent any waste or loss of public money,”<\/em> a directive also covered by the page Min Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Multiple pages shared predictions for the start of the holy month of Ramadan, creating anticipation among the public. Mosul – MOSUL<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> and Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> both cited the International Astronomy Center, which projected that Thursday, February 19, will be the first day of Ramadan. Similarly, Diyala Diyala TV<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> noted that an astronomical center affiliated with the office of Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani also predicted the same start date. Based on these calculations, Telescope Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> suggested that the start of Ramadan is expected to be unified across Iraq this year.<\/p>\n The governor of Babil province, identified online as Ali Qama, was the subject of pointed criticism on social media. In two separate posts, user Ahmad al-Washah<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> and Ahmad al-Washah<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> expressed dismay over the current leadership of the historic province. The posts lamented, “Imagine the city of Gilgamesh, Nebuchadnezzar, Hammurabi, the Ishtar Gate, the Hanging Gardens, the obelisks, and the Lion of Babylon having Ali Qama as its governor,”<\/em> drawing a sharp contrast between the region’s ancient legacy and its present-day administration.<\/p>\n Commentators and analysts discussed reports of a significant American military buildup in the Middle East, widely perceived as being directed at Iran. Rusly Al-Maliki – \u0631\u0633\u0644\u064a \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0627\u0644\u0643\u064a<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> provided a detailed list of the deployed assets, which included over 80 transport flights, numerous fighter jets like the F-35, electronic warfare aircraft, and several naval destroyers. However, Dr. Yahya al-Kubaisi<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> offered a different perspective, suggesting the force of 150-200 aircraft is not sufficient to overthrow the Iranian regime and pales in comparison to the 2,430 aircraft assembled for the 1991 Gulf War.<\/p>\n News pages brought positive financial news to a segment of the population, confirming that salaries for retirees have been disbursed. Both Iyun al-Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> and Markaz al-‘Iraqi al-Khabari<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> posted announcements stating that pensions had been paid out, specifically mentioning that payments were available through Al-Rasheed Bank. 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Public Anger Mounts Over Persistent Salary Delays<\/h2>\n
3. Thomas Barrack Replaces Mark Savaya as US Envoy to Iraq<\/h2>\n
4. Parliament Fails to Elect President, Sparking Political Crisis<\/h2>\n
5. Real Madrid Secures Hard-Fought Victory in La Liga<\/h2>\n
6. PM Sudani Directs Regulatory Bodies to Combat Corruption<\/h2>\n
7. Pages Announce Predicted Start Date for Ramadan<\/h2>\n
8. Babil Governor Becomes Target of Online Criticism<\/h2>\n
9. Analysts Discuss US Military Buildup Targeting Iran<\/h2>\n
10. Disbursement of Retiree Salaries Confirmed<\/h2>\n