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Flooding caused by heavy rain hit the eastern part of United Arab Emirates. The country witnessed unprecedented historical rainfall on a number of residential areas and neighborhoods. Within a few hours, Fujairah experienced rain with a total depth of 170 mm. Some streets and squares in the Fujairah and Ras al-Khaimah were closed after flooding, where cars were submerged.

Vice-President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has directed the Ministry of Interior to send emergency teams from all of the UAE’s emirates to assist with rescue efforts in Fujairah and the eastern regions of the nation.

No casualties or injures have reported.

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Lavrov Signals New Round of Russia-Ukraine Talks

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Speaking at the 13th Meeting of High Security Officials in Moscow, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that a new round of direct negotiations with Ukraine will be announced shortly. He recalled that Istanbul hosted the first round on May 16 and said Russia will continue to demand the repeal of laws in Ukraine that restrict the Russian language, culture, and the Russian-linked Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Lavrov reiterated that Ukraine’s neutral status remains a key demand in peace efforts.

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