The Kurdish September Revolution, building blocks of history and a future
September 21, 2021, 7:41 am

The Kurdish September Revolution, building blocks of history and a future

Nizar Mousa

By Returning to the Kurdish September Revolution, we are inspired by the fact that turning point revolution in the history of the Kurdish liberation movement in the region.so came as an attempt to re correct that redirection and overturning mentality in dealing with partner national issues.in fact the September 1961 revolution is that the ruler of Iraq at the time, Abdul Karim Qasim , started in conjunction of the September revolution. The success of the July 1958 revolution called for the immortal . leader Mullah Mustafa Barzani, to return to Iraq, after he with his companions sought refuge in the Soviet Union. Qasim himself turned against his promises and announced restrictions military state and war on Kurdish aspirations, guaranteeing his absolute rule for that country, making it a priority that preceded the pillars of state building in its modern concept that leads to a stable process that grants everyone their rights.

This state continued even after reaping the reasons of the September revolution and gaining autonomy in 1970, followed by the emergence of that tyrannical mentality again in its majority, when Saddam Hussein took the initiative to brutally suppress the Kurds despite his own contribution to the March agreement to grant the Kurds autonomy, and here the scene was repeated several times at a stage Post-2003 in Iraq, and in its modified form, and one of the opponents of those totalitarian regimes at the time.

One of the factors that make re back and remember the September Revolution, its epics and lessons, and what attracts us to it are some of the principles that were instrumental in making it a success, as it was an integrated liberation movement, that dealt with the denial of the other, and showed that there is no will to be taken away from a people demanding their rights, not to mention that it included the components of the geographical region, and it was Kurdistan par excellence, as it was accompanied by a healthy and directed diplomacy, which achieved tangible results, and strengthened the confidence of the Kurdish individual in himself, and in his capabilities, despite going through difficult stations, which led to its completion in the may ( Kulan) Revolution of 1976 after the conspiracy of the center and that

mentality prevailed, resulting in the 1975 Algier,s Agreement.
What stop us the logic that contradicts coexistence, and is based on the difficulty of accepting the right national aspirations of a people with all the elements of their cause and their common existence. In preparation for the birth of new movements at the end of the seventies, they assumed the task, after the emergence of an existing Kurdish entity, after the tangible Kurdish success and the laying of the first building blocks of self-imposition.

The circumstances and the situation in other parts of Kurdistan are not the same, but the aforementioned logic prevails in looking at others in the region as a whole. His rightful aspirations, and not some spectra of the opposition itself initiated the political and moral form required to fulfill the requirements of coexistence and the foundations of modern construction, and they are still waiting for each other in this, despite the Kurdish openness in their visions for the future Syria.

So, to summarize a lot, and to overcome this chronic mentality in our vitally diverse environment, it is necessary for all of us to push for a real component dialogue in the region, and for the educated and thoughtful class to play its leading role in it, bearing in mind lofty values that focus on serving the individual first and everyone second, inspired by The lessons from the foregoing, and its repercussions, were for the sake of recalling the situation and the reasons that coincided with the September revolution in its treatment of that thought, but this time with a dialogue that has its foundations, and is adapted to our time and current circumstances.

by: NIZAR MOUSA

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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.