Political Propaganda Used in the Us Embassy in Iraq’s Facebook Page

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the methods used by the official Facebook page of the U.S. Embassy in Iraq for political propaganda and its impact on the Iraqi audience. The study focused on identifying the key issues emphasized by the page and analyzing the elements highlighted in the propaganda content. It also investigated the persuasion techniques employed and identified the targeted demographics of these advertising efforts, with a specific focus on how Americanpolitical values and the American project in Iraq and the region are promoted.The study's problem statement revolved around uncovering the roles played by the official page of the U.S. Embassy in Iraq on the social media platform "Facebook" in marketing American political ideas and values, as well as promoting the American project in Iraq and the region. One of the study's notable findings was that the U.S Embassy in Iraq relied on addressing the concerns of Iraqi youth and attempting to promote their issues and challenges. Furthermore, the study highlighted a focus on cultural, environmental, sustainable development, education, water resources, and Iraqi employment-related topics