in U.S.-Turkey Relations Regarding the Situation in Syria
December 12, 2024, 1:10 pm

in U.S.-Turkey Relations Regarding the Situation in Syria

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Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh announced the continuation of communications with Turkey to monitor developments in Syria, emphasizing the "excellent relationship" between the two countries during the daily press briefing.

Singh explained that Turkey is facing threats from within Syrian territory and has the right to take necessary measures to protect itself, according to Anadolu Agency.

She confirmed that the U.S. presence in Syria is primarily focused on combating the "Islamic State" organization, noting ongoing coordination with the Syrian Democratic Forces.

Singh also avoided commenting on Washington's position in the event of escalating clashes between Turkey and extremist groups, as reported by Anadolu Agency.

On another note, Syrian opposition forces took control of the capital Damascus on December 8, ending 61 years of Ba'ath Party rule and 53 years of Assad family governance, according to Anadolu Agency.

Tur-backed forces continue their advance in northern Syria eli Army Announces Deployment of 4 Combat Units in Southern Syria

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.”