Trump's Message and the Disturbance of the Iranian Regime!
March 26, 2025, 10:19 am

Trump's Message and the Disturbance of the Iranian Regime!

Mir Mohammad

In recent days, Donald Trump's message to Ali Khamenei, the leader of the Iranian regime, has revealed the fragility and internal turmoil within this system. This message, confirmed by Abbas Araghchi, the regime's foreign minister, on March 20, 2025, not only highlighted the diplomatic challenges facing Tehran but also showcased the strategic fractures and incapacities among its leaders. As international pressures escalate, the conflicting and confused reactions of Iranian officials reflect a regime that is floundering in the face of crises.

A Double Message and Fluctuating Reaction
Araghchi announced in an interview with state television that Trump's message had arrived and was "more of a threat than an opportunity," but he added that it was under review and would be responded to considering "all aspects." He reiterated the regime's usual rhetoric, stating, "In every threat, there is an opportunity," while simultaneously emphasizing a refusal to negotiate directly with the U.S. under pressure. In contrast, Fatemeh Mohajerani, the spokesperson for the regime's president, Masoud Bezhakiyan, took a different stance, saying, "We will not yield to extortion," but noted that "the door for negotiation is open within diplomatic norms." This clear contradiction not only demonstrates a lack of coherence in policymaking but also indicates an intellectual confusion among the regime's ranks about how to address this threat.

Trump's Pressure and Diplomatic Deadlock
According to reports from Bloomberg and Axios, Trump gave Khamenei a two-month deadline to reach a new nuclear agreement, warning that military options were on the table if ignored. He even described the moment as "decisive" in an interview with Fox News, adding, "Either we reach peace, or the alternative will solve the problem." This message came as the U.S. intensified its airstrikes against the Houthis in Yemen, who are backed by Iran, attributing all their movements to Tehran. This pressure has placed the regime in a position where it cannot retreat or confront directly, deepening its strategic confusion.

Signs of Internal Collapse
The reactions of the regime's officials to this message are not merely diplomatic responses; they reflect an internal crisis. Araghchi described 2025 as "difficult, complex, and important," an expression that resembles an acknowledgment of incapacity to manage the situations. This fluctuation comes amid numerous issues: a collapsed economy, widespread public discontent, and weakened regional allies like Hezbollah and the Houthis. The contradiction between Mohajerani's and Araghchi's statements reveals that even at the highest levels of decision-making, there is no consensus on how to confront these threats. These previously hidden fractures have now surfaced publicly, casting doubt on the regime's ability to manage crises.

An Uncertain Future!
The regime's official silence regarding the precise content of Trump's message, coupled with media warnings about the possibility of international sanctions returning through a 'snapback' mechanism, has propelled the Iranian political landscape in 2025 toward chaos and deadlock. While the regime attempts to project an image of resistance, its inability to provide a coherent solution to these challenges is evident. However, this deadlock may carry harsher consequences. Maryam Rajavi, the elected president of the National Council of Resistance of Iran for the transitional period, warned Khamenei, saying, "Negotiate, negotiate as quickly as possible, then the regime will split and face crises far beyond what it is now." This analysis shows that entering negotiations, instead of saving the regime, may deepen internal divisions and turn discontent into a larger explosion.

A Regime on the Brink of Collapse
Trump's message and the scattered reactions of the Iranian regime reflect, more than a diplomatic opportunity, a political deadlock and strategic weakness for this regime. As global pressures increase, the absence of a clear strategy and internal coherence, alongside warnings like Rajavi's words, steers the regime toward dangerous scenarios. Can Tehran emerge from this whirlwind, or will this message mark the beginning of total collapse? The answer will reveal itself in the coming months, but what is clear now is that the regime appears more fragile than ever in the face of internal and external storms.

By Mir Mohammad

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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.