Miqrab AI’s analysis of 402 Facebook posts trending in Iraq on January 12, 2025, reveals a landscape dominated by sports commentary, particularly the Spanish Super Cup final. The decisive victory of Barcelona over Real Madrid generated widespread celebration and mockery, capturing the highest engagement across numerous popular pages. Beyond football, key narratives included domestic political activities, such as meetings held by the Sadrist movement and the State Administration Coalition. Government-related news also featured prominently, with Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani’s follow-up on hospital projects and official announcements from various ministries and commissions garnering attention. Additionally, fact-checking organizations were active in debunking false information circulating online.<\/p>\n
Iraqi Facebook pages extensively covered Barcelona’s decisive 5-2 victory over Real Madrid to win the Spanish Super Cup for the 15th time. The highly engaged page Al-Khawa Al-Nadhifa<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong> announced the final result, highlighting that Barcelona achieved the win with only 10 players. Other pages like Steven Nabil<\/a> (Post Impact: 18%)<\/strong> celebrated the victory, stating that “Hansi Flick’s sons shine in Saudi Arabia and shatter Madrid’s dreams.<\/em>” Pages such as Iraqeen W Bas<\/a> (Post Impact: 15%)<\/strong> described the win as “sweeping<\/em>” and noted the first-half score was 4-1 in Barcelona’s favor, as also reported by Al-Khawa Al-Nadhifa<\/a> (Post Impact: 42%)<\/strong>. The commentary from pages like Hussein – IMADTech<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%)<\/strong> emphasized that Barcelona deserved the win, while criticizing Real Madrid’s defensive strategy.<\/p>\n Following Real Madrid’s defeat, a wave of humorous and mocking content targeting the team’s supporters trended across several Iraqi pages. Set Ashwaq Umm Al-Qanuniyya<\/a> (Post Impact: 29%)<\/strong> shared a video with the caption “This is the last post, I swear, my dear Madridistas, bear with us \ud83e\udd76<\/em>” implying extensive celebration at their expense. The page Bab Al-Toob<\/a> (Post Impact: 18%)<\/strong> posted a video with the text “The situation of Real Madrid fans right now \ud83e\udd2a<\/em>“. Similarly, Support for the Iraqi Security Forces<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%)<\/strong> shared a clip titled “The state of Real fans after the loss\ud83d\ude02\ud83d\ude02<\/em>“. Pages like Mosul – MOSUL<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> and Iraqeen W Bas<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong> also posted videos and reels depicting the “painful result<\/em>” for the team’s fanbase, indicating a significant social media trend of poking fun at the losing side’s supporters.<\/p>\n The Sadrist movement’s activities were highlighted in posts detailing meetings of its leadership. The Private Office of His Eminence Sayyid Muqtada al-Sadr<\/a> (Post Impact: 16%)<\/strong> reported on a meeting in Najaf with members of various committees. The meeting, held at the direction of Muqtada al-Sadr, focused on reviewing the committees’ work, discussing their needs, and evaluating mechanisms to improve performance and “achieve what is good, right, and reformist.<\/em>” In a related event, Saraya al-Salam – Central Media Directorate<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> announced that the Jihadi Assistant to Muqtada al-Sadr, Haj Abu Mustafa al-Hamidawi, held a meeting in Baghdad with commanders of the brigades and regiments of the Second Division in the Karkh area.<\/p>\n Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani’s official Facebook page shared details of a meeting he chaired to follow up on the construction of new hospitals in Baghdad. The post from Al-Mohandes Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%)<\/strong> stated that the Prime Minister stressed the importance of these previously stalled projects in light of population growth and pressure on existing healthcare facilities. He highlighted the success of the recently opened Al-Shaab Hospital as a “glimmer of hope<\/em>” and affirmed his daily monitoring of health projects. During the meeting, Al-Sudani listened to feedback from contracting companies and directed that all obstacles be overcome, including resolving electricity supply issues for the new hospital sites. He noted that companies meeting their deadlines would be given opportunities for future projects.<\/p>\n The fact-checking organization Tech 4 Peace<\/a> (Post Impact: 13%)<\/strong> addressed and refuted what it called “false and sarcastic news<\/em>” circulating on social media. The rumor claimed that Ismail Hafiz al-Lami, also known as “Abu Deraa,” had been appointed as the supervisor of the Imam Abu Hanifa al-Numan shrine and mosque. The page clarified that this information was baseless, working to counter the spread of disinformation related to sensitive religious and political figures in Iraq. This post highlights the ongoing issue of fake news and the efforts of independent groups to verify information for the public.<\/p>\n Iraq’s Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) announced a key leadership change. According to a post from the official page of The Independent High Electoral Commission<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%)<\/strong>, the Board of Commissioners unanimously voted to elect Judge Amer Mousa Al-Husseini as the new Chairman of the Electoral Administration. The announcement clarifies that this decision follows a ruling by the Supreme Judicial Council to extend the current Board of Commissioners’ term for two years, from January 7, 2025, to January 6, 2027, allowing the board to continue its legal duties. This appointment is a significant step for the body responsible for overseeing elections in the country.<\/p>\n Minister of Interior Abdul Amir Al-Shammari honored an employee from the Directorate of Drugs and Psychotropic Substances for his heroic actions. According to posts by The Media Office of the Minister of Interior<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> and the Iraqi Ministry of Interior<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong>, the employee, Karrar Salah Mohammed, saved a child’s life during a traffic accident in Baghdad and was injured in the process. Minister Al-Shammari praised his “noble and courageous stance,<\/em>” stating it reflects the ministry’s commitment to protecting citizens. The minister also ordered that the officer’s medical treatment be covered by the ministry’s expenses.<\/p>\n The State Administration Coalition held its regular meeting, attended by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani and Speaker of Parliament Mahmoud al-Mashhadani. The Iraqi Prime Minister’s Media Office<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> reported that the coalition emphasized the need to implement the government’s program in its final year. The leaders supported the government’s economic reforms and stated there was no political opposition to resolving the issue of Kurdistan Region employee salaries, urging dialogue over media escalation. The coalition also discussed regional affairs, reaffirming Iraq’s neutral stance while expressing readiness to support the Syrian people. Rayan Al-Kildani<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> also shared his attendance at the meeting.<\/p>\n The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research issued an important notice regarding recently finalized appointments. The ministry’s official page, Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong>, announced that individuals appointed under several ministerial orders from late 2024 should begin work at their assigned locations. The ministry provided a link to the official administrative order and the list of names on its website, urging the new employees to commence their duties immediately within the specified formations.<\/p>\n The Baghdad Operations Command has issued a directive banning “tuk-tuk” vehicles from entering nine areas in the capital. The page Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> reported the news, calling it the “sweetest news<\/em>” and listing the affected areas as Al-Amiriyah, Al-Khadra, Hayy al-Jami’a, Hayy Hittin, Al-Mansour, Al-Yarmouk, Al-Harithiya, Al-Qadisiyah, and Al-Hurriyah. The page Fad Daqiqa<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> also covered the story, noting that the ban applies to all areas of Karkh with the exception of the Al-Dora district. 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Widespread Mockery of Real Madrid Fans After Loss<\/h2>\n
3. Sadrist Movement Holds Meetings in Najaf and Baghdad<\/h2>\n
4. PM Sudani Reviews Progress on New Baghdad Hospitals<\/h2>\n
5. Tech 4 Peace Debunks Rumor About Abu Deraa<\/h2>\n
6. New Head Elected for Iraq’s Electoral Administration<\/h2>\n
7. Interior Minister Honors Officer Who Saved a Child’s Life<\/h2>\n
8. State Administration Coalition Discusses Key National Issues<\/h2>\n
9. Ministry of Higher Education Issues Call for New Appointees<\/h2>\n
10. Baghdad Command Restricts “Tuk-tuk” Access in Karkh<\/h2>\n