International News from Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
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Ukraine's Zelenskyy lands in Berlin for talks with Merz on ending the war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy landed in Berlin on Wednesday for talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, his office said, part of a diplomatic drive to end the war in Ukraine, Europe's deadliest since World War Two.
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Trump administration halts scheduling of new student visa appointments
President Donald Trump's administration has ordered its missions abroad to stop scheduling new appointments for student visa applicants as the State Department prepares to expand social media vetting of foreign students.
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Germany threatens steps against Israel as tone shifts over Gaza
Germany's foreign minister, Johann Wadephul, threatened unspecified measures against Israel on Tuesday and said Berlin would not export weapons used to break humanitarian law.
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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.
