International news from Monday, February 17th, 2025
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Israeli military says it killed Hamas official in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military on Monday killed a Hamas leader in southern Lebanon's Sidon area, it said in a statement.
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Russia rules out territorial concessions on eve of US talks
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Monday ruled out territorial concessions to Ukraine, setting out a tough opening stance on the eve of talks on Tuesday with US President Donald Trump's team in Saudi Arabia.
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Rubio arrives in Saudi Arabia ahead of Russia talks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Saudi Arabia on Monday ahead of expected high-stakes talks between American and Russian officials aimed at ending Moscow's nearly three-year war in Ukraine.
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Israel receives shipment of bombs, cleared by Trump
Israel has received a shipment of heavy MK-84 bombs from the United States, after US President Donald Trump lifted a block imposed on the export of the munitions by the administration of predecessor Joe Biden, the defence ministry said.
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UAE sends 300 tonnes of aid for newborns in GazaThe UAE has sent 300 tonnes of aid for infants and newborn babies to Gaza under "Operation Chivalrous Knight 3," it was announced on Saturday.
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Dubai Police close four printing presses over "massage cards"Dubai Police have shut down four printing presses for reportedly printing "massage cards," the authority announced on Saturday.
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Bus routes around DXB temporarily adjustedSome bus routes around Terminal 1 at Dubai International Airport (DXB) have been temporarily adjusted from February 21 due to "road enhancements," the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said.
