Biden: The Situation in Syria and Lebanon Has Improved After Ending Iranian Influence
January 20, 2025, 9:24 am

Biden: The Situation in Syria and Lebanon Has Improved After Ending Iranian Influence

بايدن يوقع مرسوما يوسع الحصول على وسائل منع الحمل

U.S. President Joe Biden affirmed that the situation in Syria and Lebanon has significantly improved following the overthrow of Iranian influence, emphasizing the importance of ousting the Assad regime and the negative effects that "Hezbollah" has faced during the conflict with Israel.

In statements made on Sunday, Biden noted that "the regime of Bashar al-Assad has been removed, and Iran is now experiencing unprecedented weakness after decades, which has helped protect Israel from the threat of Iranian missiles." He pointed out that there are opportunities available to build a democratic system away from Assad's tyranny.

Biden added that "some predicted the United States would become embroiled in a wide-ranging regional war due to its support for Israel, but we succeeded in destroying Hezbollah's leadership and significantly weakening Hamas's supporters." He further explained that there are two leaderships in Lebanon working to diminish the party's influence.

Regarding the Palestinian situation, Biden emphasized that "the guns have fallen silent in Gaza," and a ceasefire agreement was reached after difficult negotiations, noting that this achievement was made possible with U.S. support and the pressure that Israel exerted on Hamas.

He clarified that the path to this agreement was not easy; it was achieved after lengthy efforts, which provided the Palestinian people a real opportunity to establish an independent state, provided that the relationships between Israel and its neighbors in the region, including Saudi Arabia, are consolidated.

The ousting of the Assad regime represents a significant blow to Iran and its project in the region, as Iran has lost what it has worked for over the years, leading to a state of confusion among its officials. After the collapse of the Syrian regime, Iran claimed that its military presence in the country was merely "advisory" and expressed its concern for Syria's sovereignty and integrity. Nevertheless, the remarks from Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi have become more severe towards the Syrian people and their new government than they were previously.

The Pain and Regrets of the Defeat of Iran's Mullahs in Syria Return of 17,000 Syrians from Turkey: Following the Fall of the Assad Regime

BENEFIT, the Kingdom’s innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions service, has sponsored the BuildHer CityHack 2025 Hackathon, a two-day event spearheaded by the College of Engineering and Technology at the Royal University for Women (RUW).
Aimed at secondary school students, the event brought together a distinguished group of academic professionals and technology experts to mentor and inspire young participants.
More than 100 high school students from across the Kingdom of Bahrain took part in the hackathon, which featured an intensive programme of training workshops and hands-on sessions. These activities were tailored to enhance participants’ critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and team-building capabilities, while also encouraging the development of practical and sustainable solutions to contemporary challenges using modern technological tools.
BENEFIT’s Chief Executive Mr. Abdulwahed AlJanahi, commented: “Our support for this educational hackathon reflects our long-term strategic vision to nurture the talents of emerging national youth and empower the next generation of accomplished female leaders in technology. By fostering creativity and innovation, we aim to contribute meaningfully to Bahrain’s comprehensive development goals and align with the aspirations outlined in the Kingdom’s Vision 2030—an ambition in which BENEFIT plays a central role.”
Professor Riyadh Yousif Hamzah, President of the Royal University for Women, commented: “This initiative reflects our commitment to advancing women in STEM fields. We're cultivating a generation of creative, solution-driven female leaders who will drive national development. Our partnership with BENEFIT exemplifies the powerful synergy between academia and private sector in supporting educational innovation.”
Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager, PR & Communication at BENEFIT, said: “We are honoured to collaborate with RUW in supporting this remarkable technology-focused event. It highlights our commitment to social responsibility, and our ongoing efforts to enhance the digital and innovation capabilities of young Bahraini women and foster their ability to harness technological tools in the service of a smarter, more sustainable future.”
For his part, Dr. Humam ElAgha, Acting Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology at the University, said: “BuildHer CityHack 2025 embodies our hands-on approach to education. By tackling real-world problems through creative thinking and sustainable solutions, we're preparing women to thrive in the knowledge economy – a cornerstone of the University's vision.”