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Iranian escalation eastward, and the West's choices from the Iranian rush and its policies recently

Iran's disharmony with the West alternates in several eras on the surface, although it is consistent with it in others, such as in the eighties in particular.
However, the ruling political regimes and the diverse orientations in Iran in the past were the ones that relied on this in light of the stability of Western policies towards them and towards the region as a whole, but what we see recently is the form of abstaining difference in the Iranian orientation, under the current Khamenei regime towards Israel, as well as the fragile understanding and difficult to revive despite its fragility with the United States of America and its European allies in the Vienna negotiating marathon.
Despite that, the form of the relationship in its practical reality shows a clear understanding between Iran and America in the region, its beginning was in theArab Gulf, Iraq and Lebanon, followed by coexistences in Syria and Yemen, and the region has thus become on the table of those understandings, alternating on its parts escalation as crisis tools that serve the fragile reality as a way to a hoped-for understanding, making the region a strategic dimension for Iran,It achieves unrivalled political glory in a region dominated by Sunni affiliation allied with the West.The Western-Russian conflict in Ukraine was the separator in the global alignments, and the emergence of Iran in the anti-Western camp gave a new dimension to the merits of its bargaining with America in the region, so Iran suddenly escalated in the region again, in response to plans to rearrange the East, based on giant economic foundations that serve the West in its conflict with Russia It serves its allies in the region, as well as reassures the Gulf countries, led by Saudi Arabia, after the clear dynamism in its new policies, so the new energy corridor, emanating from India through the Middle East and Israel to reach Europe, has become an alternative to Chinese proposals, to turn into modern silk roads that are not limited to energy alone.
This will achieve an organic and strategic link between the West and its allies, which may achieve the hoped-for stability in the region on the one hand, and choose Iran to resolve its position and alignment with the Sunni leaders in the region, from its current choice of considering itself an alternative rather than a partner.While the latest developments in Gaza and their consequences, which may have been unexpected, are particularly worrying as the unexpected breach of the Israeli fortress by Hamas, and the possibility of the situation spiraling out of control, which in turn portends accelerated arrangements for the Middle East,As described by both Netanyahu and Biden if Iran takes other escalatory steps, in light of Iran's exploitation of appropriate conditions and timings for the rules of engagement in the region on the one hand, and for the interests of its new camp on the other hand, which threatens to transfer the conflict from the West to the Middle East as well, to shuffle the cards and turn the tables on the mentioned programs in the region for a possible rearrangement.
Iran's behavior and accelerating impulses, those based on America's ambiguous policies in the previous stage, seem to threaten the usual lines in building its policies for the West, and its non-compliance with the international desire regarding the issue of its nuclear reactors, which is worrying to the West and to the Sunni and Gulf milieu in the region.Not to mention its rebellious arms against legitimacy in several countries, which threaten the security of the region and Israel, especially after the arrival of one of its arms to the southern Syrian front to Israel, which has become a matter of great concern to America, which requires a response, the course of this response may be to address Iran's tools at this stage, which in turn rode pivotal issues that are still pending in the Middle East, and thus turned them into issues that serve its Shiite orientations in a fairweed manner.(Microbial abundant reproduction), exceeded the specificity of existing boundaries in the region. It has therefore focused on the core, disturbingly replicating its victims and using it to serve its agenda.
This made America, apparently, to be sure that the Middle East is integrated in its issues, and does not resemble others, and realized the need to go to reposition its forces in the region, to protect its interests and the interests of its allies in the face of upcoming developments carrying major surprises that may lead to resolving many issues in the region, and promoting and sustaining normalization between Israel and the Arab countries, or to familiarize themselves with the situation and partially address, especially after the recent developments to avoid greater consequences, until the next round.
BY: Nizar Mousa
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- March 27, 2025
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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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