Based on an analysis of 452 X \/ Twitter posts conducted by Miqrab AI on February 13, 2026, several key narratives emerged regarding Iraq’s domestic politics and its position within escalating regional tensions. The most prominent theme was the heightened US military posture towards Iran, specifically the deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier, which users interpreted as a direct pressure tactic. This coincided with discussions about US political influence, sparked by former President Donald Trump’s comments on having “ideas” for Iraq’s next prime minister, which fueled debates around sovereignty and the candidacy of Nouri al-Maliki. Domestically, users widely commemorated the anniversary of the 1991 Amiriyah shelter bombing, condemning it as a US war crime. Internal political friction was also evident, with reports of the Shiite Coordination Framework attempting to quell media infighting among its members.<\/p>\n
Multiple accounts reported that the United States has ordered its largest and newest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the Middle East, a move widely seen as a significant escalation of pressure on Iran. Salim Aljomaili<\/a> (Post Impact: 16%<\/strong>) described the carrier as a “floating nuclear city” with a strike group that includes a missile cruiser and destroyers. Accounts like Steven Nabil<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%<\/strong>) and Rafid Jaboori<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%<\/strong>) noted it will join the USS Abraham Lincoln, creating two carrier strike groups in the region. This deployment is linked to stalled negotiations, with Steven Nabil<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%<\/strong>) quoting former President Trump: “I think the negotiations with Iran will be successful, and if they fail it will be a very bad day for Iran.”<\/em><\/p>\n Users widely commemorated the anniversary of the 1991 US bombing of the Amiriyah public shelter in Baghdad during the Gulf War. Accounts like Haidar<\/a> (Post Impact: 16%<\/strong>) and Othman Al-Mukhtar<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%<\/strong>) described the event as a “crime” and “massacre,” stating that two US smart bombs killed 408 Iraqi civilians, including 261 women and 52 children. Raghad Saddam Hussein<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%<\/strong>) posted a statement calling it “one of the most heinous human tragedies in Iraq”<\/em> and a “war crime that does not fall under the statute of limitations.”<\/em> In a follow-up post, Haidar<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%<\/strong>) criticized her statement for not explicitly naming the United States as the perpetrator.<\/p>\n Comments by former US President Donald Trump regarding the selection of Iraq’s next prime minister were widely circulated, sparking a debate on US influence. Steven Nabil<\/a> (Post Impact: 8%<\/strong>), Haidar<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%<\/strong>), and Cliff Captain<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%<\/strong>) shared a video in which Trump states, “We are looking at a prime minister, we will see what happens, we have some ideas on the subject, in the end everyone needs the United States.”<\/em> The statement was interpreted differently by Iraqi political commentators. For example, Yousif Al_Kilaby<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%<\/strong>), a supporter of the Coordination Framework, viewed the remarks as confirmation that the path was clear for their leaders, stating, “The time for a decision has come.”<\/em><\/p>\n A prominent narrative online focused on speculation about Iran’s geopolitical future amidst escalating regional tensions. Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%<\/strong>) posted a thread arguing that the world has moved beyond tactical pressures on Iran and entered a “strategic change” phase aimed at toppling its regime. Similarly, David Yassin<\/a> (Post Impact: 10%<\/strong>) claimed that Iranian intelligence has been thoroughly compromised, with even the Supreme Leader’s secret hideouts now exposed. In direct contrast, pro-Iran accounts like Najah Mohammed Ali<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%<\/strong>) pushed back against these threats, asserting that over forty years of sanctions have forged a resilient state and that “Tehran has proven it has enough patience and strength to remain standing until the end.”<\/em><\/p>\n The prospect of Nouri al-Maliki returning as prime minister continues to be a highly divisive topic, fueled by former President Trump’s vague comments on the matter. Supporters are actively promoting his candidacy, with Yousif Al_Kilaby<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%<\/strong>) using the hashtag #\u0627\u0644\u0645\u0627\u0644\u0643\u064a_\u0631\u0626\u064a\u0633\u0627 (Maliki for President). Critics, however, are highlighting his controversial past. Dr. Ghalib Al-Da’mi<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%<\/strong>) pointed out what he sees as a contradiction, reminding followers that al-Maliki previously imprisoned militia leaders who now appear to be his allies. In a defense of his record, Sheikh Mohammed Al-Basri<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%<\/strong>) argued that essential actions taken by al-Maliki, such as the execution of Saddam Hussein and the establishment of the Popular Mobilization Forces, are now being unfairly used to “smear” him.<\/p>\n Following a period of intense and public infighting, the Shiite Coordination Framework announced a decision to halt all media smear campaigns between its constituent parties. Hisham Al-Rikabi<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%<\/strong>) and Jaafar Al-Aboudi<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%<\/strong>) posted the official statement, which threatened legal action against anyone who violates the agreement. The move was met with skepticism and ridicule from some observers. Ali Farhan<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%<\/strong>) commented that the parties had become a “laughingstock,” while Aws Al-Khafaji<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%<\/strong>) questioned if the truce would also apply to campaigns directed at figures outside the Framework, such as Muqtada al-Sadr.<\/p>\n A video clip filmed at the Iraqi embassy in Riyadh sparked a diplomatic controversy online, showing Iraqi officials standing while their Saudi guests remained seated. Yasser Eljuboori<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%<\/strong>) heavily criticized the scene as “unfortunate and embarrassing for Iraq,”<\/em> calling for the retirement of Ambassador Safia al-Suhail and the resignation of the officials present, including former Defense Minister Irfan al-Hayali. In a rebuttal, Rusly Al-Maliki<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%<\/strong>) defended the ambassador, clarifying that the clip was taken out of context. He explained that the Iraqi delegation was simply standing to invite their guests to a dinner banquet and that a longer video shows a mutually respectful engagement.<\/p>\n The ongoing transfer of thousands of captured ISIS fighters from detention centers in Syria to prisons inside Iraq was a topic of discussion. Haidar<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%<\/strong>), citing the Iraqi Ministry of Justice, reported that the transfer file is 70% complete, with 5,064 terrorists already received. Addressing public concerns about the financial burden of housing and feeding these prisoners, Fadhil Abu Ragheef<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%<\/strong>) clarified that the international coalition, not the Iraqi government, would be responsible for all associated costs. He cautioned against the spread of rumors and misinformation on the subject.<\/p>\n Several accounts promoted a new documentary titled “Iraq: A Red Line,”<\/em> which focuses on the threat posed by weapons held by groups outside of state control. Dr. Zaid Abdulwahab Al-A’adhami<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%<\/strong>) urged followers to watch the film, arguing that bringing all arms under state authority is a “national choice to protect society and guide it towards civility.”<\/em> Ali Farhan<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%<\/strong>) also shared the documentary, stating that it uses evidence to expose how some “traders in slogans” have used illegal arms to serve narrow personal interests at the expense of Iraq’s stability.<\/p>\n Social media accounts shared allegations connecting high-profile figures in the United Arab Emirates to the deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Haidar<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%<\/strong>) reported that Sultan bin Sulayem was dismissed as chairman of DP World after allegedly gifting Epstein a piece of the Kaaba’s covering. Another account, Iraq for Statistics<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%<\/strong>), published what it claimed was a victim’s testimony from Epstein’s case files. 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Commemoration of the Amiriyah Shelter Bombing<\/h2>\n
3. Trump’s Comments on Iraqi PM Selection Stir Debate<\/h2>\n
4. Geopolitical Speculation on Iran’s Future<\/h2>\n
5. Debate Over Nouri al-Maliki’s Candidacy<\/h2>\n
6. Coordination Framework Calls for Media Truce<\/h2>\n
7. Controversy Over Iraqi Ambassador in Riyadh<\/h2>\n
8. Transfer of ISIS Prisoners from Syria to Iraq<\/h2>\n
9. Promotion of Documentary on Uncontrolled Weapons<\/h2>\n
10. Allegations Linking UAE Leaders to Jeffrey Epstein<\/h2>\n