Based on a Miqrab AI analysis of 379 Facebook posts trending on December 20, 2024, the dominant narratives in Iraq centered on domestic security, socio-political debates, and regional relations. The most engaging story highlighted a successful law enforcement operation by the Baghdad Anti-Crime Directorate, showcasing the arrest of celebratory burglars. Significant discussion also revolved around professional conduct, with the disbarment of lawyer Zainab Jawad and a high-ranking military official’s controversial statement against women in the armed forces generating considerable debate. On the foreign policy front, Iraq’s decision to halt oil exports to Syria and reported visa denials by Kuwait for an Iraqi media delegation sparked conversations about the country’s regional standing and diplomatic relations. Other prevalent topics included updates on major infrastructure projects in Baghdad, official holiday greetings to the Yazidi community, and commentary on the arrival of cold winter weather.<\/p>\n
The Baghdad Anti-Crime Directorate shared a video that gained massive engagement, showing a group of burglars dancing and celebrating after robbing a house. The directorate’s post stated, “They dance with joy after robbing a house… but they do not know that the anti-crime [unit] was lying in wait for them.”<\/em> The video juxtaposes the criminals’ celebration with footage of their subsequent arrest. The page Support for Iraqi Security Forces<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> also shared the clip, praising the security forces for apprehending the suspects and highlighting the successful operation by the Baghdad Anti-Crime Directorate<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Multiple pages reported that the Iraqi Bar Association has decided to remove lawyer Zainab Jawad from its registry. Pages such as Al-Khawa Al-Nathifa<\/a> (Post Impact: 48%)<\/strong> and Iraqis Only – Iraqeen W Bas<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> stated the reason was for “violating the rules of professional conduct.” Page Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> expressed support for the decision, writing, “The profession has ethics, and just as we demand the punishment of some clergymen with bad morals, we are with the punishment of any indecent behavior.”<\/em> Some pages, like World Jokes in Iraqi Eyes<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong>, linked the decision to her recent appearances with TV host Ahmed Al-Basheer and other media channels.<\/p>\n Lieutenant General Nasser Al-Ghannam, the head of the Iraqi Military Academy, is being quoted across several pages for his stance on female enlistment. Pages including Al-Khawa Al-Nathifa<\/a> (Post Impact: 25%)<\/strong>, Iraqis Only – Iraqeen W Bas<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong>, and Girls’ Poetry<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> reported Al-Ghannam’s statement that he does not “encourage the presence of women in the military institution.”<\/em> The posts shared his statement without additional commentary, sparking a debate among users in the comments sections regarding the role of women in the armed forces.<\/p>\n Several pages reported that Kuwait has denied entry visas to the Iraqi media delegation set to cover the Gulf Cup. According to Set Ashwaq Om Al-Qanouniya<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong>, the delegation included 25 media personnel from the Iraqi Football Association, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and the Olympic Committee. The page noted the contrast with the hospitality shown to Kuwaiti media during the Gulf Cup in Basra and stated, “The Iraqi Football Association must have a position in restoring the dignity of the Iraqi media.”<\/em> Al-Khawa Al-Nathifa<\/a> (Post Impact: 14%)<\/strong> added that ordinary citizens are also facing difficulties obtaining visas. Dr. Ali Al-Qaisi<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> described the move as part of a “systematic policy of humiliation.”<\/em><\/p>\n MP Mustafa Sanad announced that Iraq has decided to stop exporting “black oil” to Syria, effective this month. On his page, Mustafa Sanad<\/a> (Post Impact: 7%)<\/strong> highlighted the financial implications, stating that the value of one month’s supply is enough to pay the annual salaries of 19,000 contract teachers in Basra whose jobs the ministry intends to terminate. Meanwhile, Ahmed AlHamdani<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> framed the decision as a response to the fall of the Assad regime, asking his followers if they believed the decision was correct.<\/p>\n A cold snap and rainy weather across Iraq became a popular topic of discussion. Telescope Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> posted a picture of a rainy Baghdad, while in another post, it provided scientific context, explaining that the winter solstice would officially begin the next day, marking the longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Other pages like Iraq 24<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> shared videos of the rain with prayers, saying “Thank God who has given us rain… O Allah, make it a beneficial downpour.”<\/em> Pages like Breaking News<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> also reported a significant and tangible drop in temperatures in Baghdad since the morning.<\/p>\n Rayan Al-Kildani, the leader of the Babylon Movement, posted multiple tributes mourning the death of Dr. Raghad Youssef Kabro. He identified her as a member of the movement’s Political Bureau and the Dean of the College of Tourism Sciences at Al-Mustansiriya University. In a heartfelt eulogy, Rayan Al-Kildani<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> described her passing as a “painful and heartbreaking departure,”<\/em> noting her silent dedication and unfulfilled ambitions. Another post from his page Rayan Al-Kildani<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> served as an official announcement of her death.<\/p>\n Pages focused on infrastructure development are celebrating the imminent opening of the Al-Rasheed Camp interchange, which includes a new overpass and tunnels. Iraq Projects<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> described it as one of the most important projects of its kind. Baghdad Projects<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> shared recent aerial footage of a newly completed 4km river walk as part of the same broader development, noting its opening is expected within the next week. The page Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> also announced that the opening is just days away.<\/p>\n Top Iraqi officials shared messages of congratulations for the Yazidi community on the occasion of Eid al-Sawm (The Fasting Feast). The Iraqi Prime Minister’s Media Office<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> posted a message from Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani, reaffirming the government’s commitment to all of Iraq’s components and noting his directive last year to make the occasion an official holiday for Yazidis. Similarly, the Media Office of the Minister of Interior<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> and former Prime Minister Ayad Allawi<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> published greetings wishing the community peace and prosperity, emphasizing the values of coexistence in Iraq.<\/p>\n Social media pages shared news and video clips of the engagement of a makeup artist known as Sara. Eyes of Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> and Pulse of Iraq<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> both posted about the event, commenting on the bride-to-be’s happiness and the appearance of her fianc\u00e9. The posts are lighthearted in nature and focus on the celebratory aspect of the social event, generating reactions from followers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Based on a Miqrab AI analysis of 379 Facebook posts trending on December 20, 2024, the dominant narratives in Iraq centered on domestic security, socio-political debates, and regional relations. The most engaging story highlighted a successful law enforcement operation by the Baghdad Anti-Crime Directorate, showcasing the arrest of celebratory burglars. 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Iraqi Bar Association Disbars Lawyer Zainab Jawad<\/h2>\n
3. Military Academy Head Opposes Women in the Army<\/h2>\n
4. Kuwait Denies Visas For Iraqi Gulf Cup Delegation<\/h2>\n
5. Iraq Suspends “Black Oil” Exports to Syria<\/h2>\n
6. Cold Weather, Rain, and Winter Solstice Arrive in Iraq<\/h2>\n
7. Babylon Movement Mourns Death of Dr. Raghad Youssef<\/h2>\n
8. Baghdad’s Al-Rasheed Interchange Project Nears Completion<\/h2>\n
9. Iraqi Leaders Congratulate Yazidis on Eid al-Sawm<\/h2>\n
10. Makeup Artist Sara’s Engagement Circulates on Social Media<\/h2>\n