Based on an analysis of 417 Facebook posts trending on February 20, 2026, Miqrab AI found that conversations were dominated by a highly engaging human-interest story about a soldier facing an arrest warrant while his son is on his deathbed. Other prominent themes included political discourse surrounding a US Supreme Court decision against Trump’s tariffs and escalating tensions between Western nations and Iran. The commencement of Ramadan also generated significant content, with pages highlighting religious observances in Mosul and by the Sadrist movement, as well as stories of charity, community, and social conduct related to the holy month.<\/p>\n
A story generating significant outrage and sympathy concerns a soldier who is being pursued by a military court while his son is critically ill. Haidar al-Hamdani<\/a> (Post Impact: 100%)<\/strong> shared a video reporting that an arrest and investigation warrant has been issued for the soldier, who is accused of embezzling a “boot and a uniform.<\/em>” The post highlights the tragic irony of the situation, with the soldier’s son being “on his deathbed<\/em>” while the military prosecutes him for a minor alleged offense. The page Haidar Khalaf Ghazi<\/a> (Post Impact: 4%)<\/strong> also shared an image with the text “Arrest and investigation warrant!<\/em>” further amplifying the story.<\/p>\n Iraqi pages are discussing a major US political development regarding former President Donald Trump. Mustafa Sanad<\/a> (Post Impact: 20%)<\/strong> noted that the US Supreme Court ruled Trump had “exceeded his authority by imposing wide-ranging customs tariffs,<\/em>” stating that this power belongs to Congress. He concluded his post with the sarcastic comment, “I don’t know what I remembered?<\/em>” In a more detailed post, Dr. Mudhaffar Qasim Hussein<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> described the ruling as a “strong slap<\/em>” to Trump, calling the tariffs “illegal and unconstitutional.<\/em>” He also highlighted the issue of the hundreds of billions of dollars already collected under these tariffs before they were overturned.<\/p>\n Multiple pages shared emotional posts about the return of Tarawih prayers to the Great Mosque of al-Nuri in Mosul. Al-Khuwa Al-Nadhifa<\/a> (Post Impact: 17%)<\/strong> described it as an “iman-filled scene<\/em>” taking place “for the first time in years after it was blown up by the terrorist organization.<\/em>” The post states the event brings a special tranquility to Mosul’s nights under the shadow of the al-Hadba minaret. Similarly, the page Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> noted that this is the first time such a scene has been witnessed since the mosque was restored and rebuilt.<\/p>\n A video shared by Mohammed Nasser Khalif<\/a> (Post Impact: 53%)<\/strong> garnered high engagement with a simple and direct appeal to its followers. The post features a video of an individual and is accompanied by the short caption, “Your prayers for a speedy recovery.<\/em>” No further details about the person’s identity or condition were provided in the post, but the message resonated strongly with the page’s audience, making it one of the most impactful single posts of the day.<\/p>\n A significant narrative across several pages revolves around escalating military and political tensions concerning Iran. The Tactical Cell<\/a> (Post Impact: 6%)<\/strong> discussed extensive intelligence operations by the Israeli Mossad inside Iran and suggested the CIA would exploit these weaknesses, noting a US special operations aircraft had recently landed in Tel Aviv for coordination. On a similar note, Ahmed Althawaq<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong> reported Iranian claims of being “capable of sinking the aircraft carrier<\/em>” and that the US cannot counter its ballistic missiles. This sense of impending conflict was further fueled by posts from pages like The Iraqi News Center<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong>, which listed over a dozen Western countries, including the US, UK, Germany, and France, that have called on their citizens to “leave Iran immediately.<\/em>”<\/p>\n A corporate social responsibility initiative by Earthlink during Ramadan is being positively highlighted. Al-Khuwa Al-Nadhifa<\/a> (Post Impact: 11%)<\/strong> reported that Earthlink chose a “different path<\/em>” this year by announcing a donation for the full financial support to the Warith Foundation, which is affiliated with the Imam Hussein Holy Shrine, to build a biological biobank. This initiative is aimed at helping “hundreds of sick children and those with rare diseases inside Iraq.<\/em>” The page Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> also praised the “wonderful and different initiative,<\/em>” stating it is a “huge step that will contribute to giving hope<\/em>” and that “Ramadan is not just a season for advertisements… Ramadan is a stance, an achievement, and an impact that remains.<\/em>”<\/p>\n Pages affiliated with or reporting on the Sadrist movement highlighted its religious activities at the start of Ramadan. The Private Office of His Eminence Sayyid Muqtada al-Sadr<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> announced the continuation of a nightly worship program at the Fatima al-Zahra Mosque in Najaf, as directed by Muqtada al-Sadr. The program includes Quranic sessions, Ramadan prayers, and providing Suhoor meals for worshippers. In a related post, politician Hakim al-Zamili<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> shared photos from Friday prayers in Sadr City on the first Friday of the holy month, asking God to accept the acts of worship.<\/p>\n A story of generosity is circulating about a street vendor in Baghdad during Ramadan. The page Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 9%)<\/strong> shared a video of a man who sells dates from a small stall. At the time of Iftar, he puts out a tray of dates with sesame and tahini for people to eat and break their fast for free. The page commented on his good nature and how he is content with his livelihood. The same story was shared by Bab al-Toop<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong>, which praised the man for his kind spirit, saying “his reward is great and he is content with his sustenance.<\/em>”<\/p>\n Videos have been circulating showing security forces dealing with individuals breaking the Ramadan fast in public. Support for Iraqi Security Forces<\/a> (Post Impact: 5%)<\/strong> shared a clip of what it described as a “drunk and fasting-breaker in the street,<\/em>” showing security forces enforcing the law while being filmed and provoked. The page called for an end to this phenomenon. Another clip shared by Baghdad Network<\/a> (Post Impact: 1%)<\/strong> showed a “woman obstructing a ‘Karada Rescue’ patrol and preventing the arrest of a publicly fasting-breaker in a state of drunkenness.<\/em>” These posts highlight social tensions and law enforcement actions related to public observance of Ramadan.<\/p>\n Politician Muthanna al-Samarrai was the subject of several posts concerning his political maneuvering. The page Min Baghdad<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> reported his decision to withdraw from the race for Parliament Speaker, quoting him as saying he did so to “prioritize the interest of Iraq and its national unity!<\/em>” In clips from an interview shared by Hisham Ali<\/a> (Post Impact: 3%)<\/strong>, al-Samarrai stated, “Our calculations changed after Trump’s tweet against al-Maliki.<\/em>” In another clip, Hisham Ali<\/a> (Post Impact: 2%)<\/strong> reported that al-Samarrai claimed the US Charg\u00e9 d’Affaires had informed him of impending “‘sanctions’ and ‘more severe’ measures<\/em>” against individuals and institutions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Based on an analysis of 417 Facebook posts trending on February 20, 2026, Miqrab AI found that conversations were dominated by a highly engaging human-interest story about a soldier facing an arrest warrant while his son is on his deathbed. 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US Supreme Court Rules Against Trump’s Tariffs<\/h2>\n
3. Prayers at Mosul’s Rebuilt Great Mosque of al-Nuri<\/h2>\n
4. Calls for Prayers for an Unidentified Individual<\/h2>\n
5. Heightened Rhetoric and Tensions with Iran<\/h2>\n
6. Earthlink’s Ramadan Donation for a Biobank<\/h2>\n
7. Sadrist Movement’s Ramadan Religious Activities<\/h2>\n
8. Heartwarming Story of a Ramadan Street Vendor<\/h2>\n
9. Incidents of Publicly Breaking Ramadan Fast<\/h2>\n
10. Muthanna al-Samarrai’s Political Statements and Withdrawal<\/h2>\n