Day: May 22, 2024

Jerusalem - Ma'an - The Minister of National Security in the occupation government, Itamar Ben Gvir, vowed today, Wednesday, to destroy and annihilate Hamas, refusing any country in the world to recognize the Palestinian states. Minister Ben Gvir said during his storming of Al-Aqsa, guarded by occupation officers and special forces, "We will reach the prisoners in Gaza, and we must destroy Hamas. Tonight, more evidence will be presented confirming the necessity of destroying it." He added during his statement at Al-Aqsa that he does not allow recognition of the Palestinian state. We will not even allow a statement to be issued about the Palestinian state.' He stressed that Al-Aqsa is the most important place for Israel, and must be fully controlled. Minister Ben Gvir's storming of Al-Aqsa comes for the first time during the war. He stormed it last time last July, and Ben Gvir carried out the storming today on the 'second/small Passover,' which comes a month after the main Jewish Passover, which lasts for a week. In a related context, 355 extremist Jewish settlers and students invaded the blessed Al-Aqsa Mosque, through the Mughariba Gate, the keys of which have been controlled by the occupation authorities since the occupation of Jerusalem. The settlers performed prayers during the storming of Al-Aqsa. At the gates of Al-Aqsa, forces continued to be stationed on the iron barriers, and imposed restrictions on the entry of worshipers. By arresting them, checking their identities, and detaining them before allowing them to enter, ghosting the young men, and preventing some from entering without any reason. Source: Maan News Agency

Manama, BENEFIT, the kingdom's innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions service, announced the launch of its transformative six-month Fintech Drivers Programme tailored for Bahraini youth with ambitions towards fintech. This initiative, in line with an existing partnership with Reboot Coding Institute (Reboot01) and General Assembly, reflects BENEFIT's steadfast commitment to nurturing talent, fostering innovation and propelling the kingdom's financial services industry forward. Amidst the relentless pace of digital transformation and shifting market dynamics, the demand for skilled professionals in fintech remains high. With the Fintech Drivers Program, BENEFIT aims to address this imperative by cultivating a pipeline of exceptional talent poised to shape the future of finance in Bahrain. "At BENEFIT, we believe in the power of talent to drive innovation and fuel growth," said Salah Alawadhi, Chief of Human Resources and Administration at BENEFIT. "The Fintech Driver s Programme represents our dedication to empowering graduates with the skills, knowledge and experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of fintech," he added. The first batch of graduates commenced their journey earlier this month with a comprehensive orientation. As the programme progresses, they will continue their journey through training and immersive learning experiences with real-world projects and assignments, allowing them to apply their newfound knowledge and drive innovation within BENEFIT's dynamic ecosystem. This pioneering initiative underscores BENEFIT's strategic partnership with Reboot Coding Institute, a collaboration aimed at bridging the gap between academia and industry. By leveraging the expertise of Reboot01 in nurturing tech talent and BENEFIT's unparalleled industry insights, the Fintech Drivers Programme is poised to deliver a transformative learning experience that equips graduates with the practical skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the fintech landscape. Through the Fintech Drivers Program, BENEFIT endeavors to cultivate a new generation of dynamic, forward-thinking fintech professionals who will not only meet the evolving demands of the digital landscape but also drive sustained growth, innovation and excellence across the financial services sector in the kingdom. Source: Bahrain News Agency

Jerusalem - Ma'an - The Israeli Minister of National Security in the occupation government, Itamar Ben Gvir, stormed the blessed Al-Aqsa Mosque on Wednesday. The occupation forces, including officers and special forces, in large numbers accompanied Ben Ghafir during the storming of Al-Aqsa. Today marks the 'Second Passover/Little Passover,' and the alleged Temple groups called for raids on Al-Aqsa and an attempt to offer animal sacrifices inside. Source: Maan News Agency

Manama, The General Command of Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) has invited civilians (Male and Female) to volunteer to join the Reserve Force. Relatives of the military and civilian staff and retirees of the BDF and the National Guard are eligible to register. Applicants should register on the BDF's website using the following link: https://www.bdf.bh/, provided that: 1- They are Bahrainis. 2- They are aged between 18 and 55. However, technicians and specialists are exempted from the upper age limit requirement. 3- They should have good conduct, and not be convicted by a court for a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or dishonesty. 4- They are medically fit for military service in the reserve force, and successfully pass the medical examination prescribed by the system of the BDF's military medical committees. 5- They should submit an application for volunteering on the form on the website. The Reserve Force Law, promulgated by Decree-Law (5) of 1987 and the regulations and instructions issue d pursuant thereto, regulate all rights and duties of the Reserve Force as an auxiliary force for BDF and guarantees the benefits and entitlements that result from that. Source: Bahrain News Agency

Hebron - Together - Firefighting crews in the Hebron Municipality were able to extinguish a fire that caught fire in a sanitary paper manufacturing factory in the Nimra area in the city of Hebron, which occurred last night. The head of the Fire Department and Public Safety Department in the Hebron Municipality, Ayman Nasser al-Din, said that the fire crews worked to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to the rest of the parts and outside the workshop, and to control and extinguish it. He pointed out that preliminary investigations led to the fact that negligence was the cause of the fire in the workshop, and firefighters noticed during the investigation that the workshop lacked public safety measures. Nasser Al-Din appealed to citizens and owners of industrial and commercial establishments to take public safety measures in their locations, to protect themselves. Source: Maan News Agency

Riyadh, A delegation from the Ministry of Education participated in the 2024 GESS Leaders in Education Summit in Saudi Arabia, organised by UNESCO Regional Centre of Quality and Excellence in Education (RCQE). Dr. Abdulrahman Almedaries, Director General of UNESCO-RCQE inaugurated the summit, which had the participation of educational leaders from the GCC countries' public and private sectors. The delegation from the ministry included Dr. Samah Al Ajjawi, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for Educational Policies and Learning; and Muammar Al Mannai, Cultural Counselor at the Bahrain Embassy in Saudi Arabia. The summit provided a valuable opportunity for education experts and leaders to connect, share innovative ideas, and collaborate on cutting-edge projects in the field of educational technology. The event featured specialised sessions designed to address training needs and tackle challenges faced by educational leaders, while also exploring the latest trends and technologies shaping the future of education . Source: Bahrain News Agency