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Mekdad threatens European countries if they send troops to the east of the Euphrates

Syrian Deputy Foreign Minister “Faisal Mekdad” warned European countries about sending their troops to the east of the Euphrates, threatening that they will face significant consequences if they do that.
The Statements of the Syrian Deputy Foreign Minister coincide with the declaration of European countries to send troops to north-eastern Syria, where the US forces and International Alliance established several military bases, used against the organization of the Islamic state.
In his warning Mekdad stated that they don’t trust the intentions of the United States of America nor its allies.
“The Zionist, Israel, the United States and the Western countries are the ones responsible for the Syrian crisis, they are the ones that sought to impose a new reality on the counties of this region, by subjecting Syria to their will.”
He accused the United States, the Turkish government, Saudi Arabia and the Syrian democratic forces for obstructing peace efforts and stopping the war.
“Some groups associated with the American occupation and colonization, like some Kurdish political organisations, should know that Syria will remain one and it will resist all the attempts to occupy Syria” Mekdad said.
He added: “I assure those who are trying to send new troops to Syria which we see now on social media, that they are wrong, and that they sacrifice their troops and send them without any justification to prevent the cessation of blood that is shed on Syrian territory. What do these countries benefit from sending these troops other than subjecting them to the American leadership and the wishes of Israel? We encourage these countries not to continue destroying Syria and to protect the lives of its soldiers”.
He also accused Turkish President Reccep Tayyib Erdogan and his government of committing crimes against the Syrians. He said “The cessation of fire in Idlib will not be achieved as a result of the crimes committed by the government of Erdogan against our people in Idlib and its support for terrorist groups, including Al-Nusra Front that is registered as a terrorist entity on the Security Council regulations.”
He also added talking about Erdogan and the Justice and Development Party, saying: “ Erdogan must know that the Turkish people who dropped him in the Istanbul elections are capable of ousting him from the office. We are betting on the awareness and wisdom of the Turkish people, and we do not bet at all on Erdogan’s or his AK party in practice about dealing with the Syrian issue. He must withdraw and fight terrorism as specified by the Security Council resolutions, otherwise Turkey will suffer more and the bloodshed in the region will increase as a result of the actions that Erdogan takes full responsibility of.”
Despite Mekdad’s talk about the foreign occupation of Syria, he praised the relations of his regime with the Russians, saying: “We trust that Russians are putting all their efforts to persuade Erdogan to abandon his plan of expansions and his support against Syria, which the Turkish people have no benefit from. Whom we tried to establish the best relations with before the outbreak of these event in Syria, but it turned out that Erdogan has benefit in the region that he will not let go of. We must continue to put pressure on Erdogan allies in order to stop the shedding of blood of Turkish and Syrian people and to stop the instability in the region.”
The statements of the Syrian Deputy Foreign Minister coincide with the spread of the Turkish army on the Syrian-Turkish border in north eastern Syria and the announcement of several European countries to send their military forces to protect the border areas that are safe, at the same time the continued battles between the Syrian regime and the armed opposition and the Nasra Front in the province of Idlib.
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- March 27, 2025
BENEFIT, the Kingdom’s innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions service, held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the company’s headquarters in the Seef District.
During the meeting, shareholders approved all items listed on the agenda, including the ratification of the minutes of the previous AGM held on 26 March 2024. The session reviewed and approved the Board’s Annual Report on the company’s activities and financial performance for the fiscal year ended 31 December 2024, and the shareholders expressed their satisfaction with the company’s operational and financial results during the reporting period.
The meeting also reviewed the Independent External Auditor’s Report on the company’s consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024. Subsequently, the shareholders approved the audited financial statements for the fiscal year. Based on the Board’s recommendation, the shareholders approved the distribution of a cash dividend equivalent to 10% of the paid-up share capital.
Furthermore, the shareholders endorsed the allocation of a total amount of BD 172,500 as remuneration to the members of the Board for the year ended 31 December 2024, subject to prior clearance by related authorities.
The extension of the current composition of the Board was approved, which includes ten members and one CBB observer, for a further six-month term, expiring in September 2025, pending no objection from the CBB.
The meeting reviewed and approved the Corporate Governance Report for 2024, which affirmed the company’s full compliance with the corporate governance directives issued by the CBB and other applicable regulatory frameworks. The AGM absolved the Board Members of liability for any of their actions during the year ending on 31st December 2024, in accordance with the Commercial Companies Law.
In alignment with regulatory requirements, the session approved the reappointment of Ernst & Young (EY) as the company’s External Auditors for the fiscal year 2025, covering both the parent company and its subsidiaries—Sinnad and Bahrain FinTech Bay. The Board was authorised to determine the external auditors’ professional fees, subject to approval from the CBB, and the meeting concluded with a discussion of any additional issues as per Article (207) of the Commercial Companies Law.
Speaking on the company’s performance, Mr. Mohamed Al Bastaki, Chairman BENEFIT , stated: “In terms of the financial results for 2024, I am pleased to say that the year gone by has also been proved to be a success in delivering tangible results. Growth rate for 2024 was 19 per cent. Revenue for the year was BD 17 M (US$ 45.3 Million) and net profit was 2 Million ($ 5.3 Million).
Mr. Al Bastaki also announced that the Board had formally adopted a new three-year strategic roadmap to commence in 2025. The strategy encompasses a phased international expansion, optimisation of internal operations, enhanced revenue diversification, long-term sustainability initiatives, and the advancement of innovation and digital transformation initiatives across all service lines.
“I extend my sincere appreciation to the CBB for its continued support of BENEFIT and its pivotal role in fostering a stable and progressive regulatory environment for the Kingdom’s banking and financial sector—an environment that has significantly reinforced Bahrain’s standing as a leading financial hub in the region,” said Mr. Al Bastaki. “I would also like to thank our partner banks and valued customers for their trust, and our shareholders for their ongoing encouragement. The achievements of 2024 set a strong precedent, and I am confident they will serve as a foundation for yet another successful and impactful year ahead.”
Chief Executive of BENEFIT; Mr. Abdulwahed AlJanahi commented, “The year 2024 represented another pivotal chapter in BENEFIT ’s evolution. We achieved substantial progress in advancing our digital strategy across multiple sectors, while reinforcing our long-term commitment to the development of Bahrain’s financial services and payments landscape. Throughout the year, we remained firmly aligned with our objective of delivering measurable value to our shareholders, strategic partners, and customers. At the same time, we continued to play an active role in enabling Bahrain’s digital economy by introducing innovative solutions and service enhancements that directly address market needs and future opportunities.”
Mr. AlJanahi affirmed that BENEFIT has successfully developed a robust and well-integrated payment network that connects individuals and businesses across Bahrain, accelerating the adoption of emerging technologies in the banking and financial services sector and reinforcing Bahrain’s position as a growing fintech hub, and added, “Our achievements of the past year reflect a long-term vision to establish a resilient electronic payment infrastructure that supports the Kingdom’s digital economy. Key developments in 2024 included the implementation of central authentication for open banking via BENEFIT Pay”
Mr. AlJanahi concluded by thanking the Board for its strategic direction, the company’s staff for their continued dedication, and the Central Bank of Bahrain, member banks, and shareholders for their valuable partnership and confidence in the company’s long-term vision.
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