International News from Sunday, May 25th, 2025
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North Korea detains officials over warship accident
North Korea has detained shipyard officials responsible for a recent major accident during the launch of a new warship, state media said on Sunday.
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Russia and Ukraine complete largest prisoner swap
Russia and Ukraine completed the exchange of 1,000 prisoners each on Sunday, the Russian Defence Ministry and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, in the largest such swap since the war began three years ago.
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At least 12 killed in Russian air attack on Ukraine
Russian forces launched a barrage of 367 drones and missiles at Ukrainian cities overnight, including the capital Kyiv, in the largest aerial attack of the war so far, killing 13 people and injuring dozens more, officials said.
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UAE introduces regulations on social media advertising under new systemIndividuals advertising on social media will need to follow new rules under the UAE Media Council's latest comprehensive system that aims to "build public trust, protect audiences and improve the quality of online media content".
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed honours Shabab Al Ahli teamHis Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has honoured members of the Shabab Al Ahli football team for clinching four titles this season at a special ceremony in Zabeel Palace.
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Khalifa Award for Education honours 18th cycle winnersHis Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, was named Distinguished Educational Personality in recognition of his extensive contributions to developing the education system locally, regionally and internationally, at an award ceremony held in Abu Dhabi.
