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US President Donald Trump has paid tribute to Republican Senator Lindsey Graham following his death, describing the longtime lawmaker as a “true American patriot” who would be deeply missed.

“Senator Lindsey Graham has passed away, one of the greatest people and senators I have ever known. He always worked hard and was a true American patriot. Lindsey will be greatly missed,” Trump wrote on social media.

Graham, a Republican senator from South Carolina, died at the age of 71 following a brief illness, according to his office.

The senator was a prominent figure in US politics and a close ally of Trump. He was first elected to the Senate in 2002 and played a leading role in debates on national security and foreign policy.

Graham was also a vocal supporter of Ukraine following Russia’s full-scale invasion, advocating increased military assistance for Kyiv and tougher sanctions against Moscow.

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Five minors have been arrested in the Georgian capital city of Tbilisi on suspicion of committing group robbery and theft, including alleged thefts from pharmacies, grocery stores and the unlawful appropriation of mopeds, the Ministry of Internal Affairs said on Sunday.

The body added the suspects allegedly acted as a group and stole goods of various values from pharmacy and food store chains in Tbilisi before fleeing the scenes. Police also said one of the accused unlawfully took possession of mopeds belonging to private citizens.

The alleged crimes caused more than ₾14,000 ($5,000) in financial damage to several commercial establishments, the Ministry said.

Three of the detained minors had previous criminal convictions and were reportedly serving suspended sentences at the time of their arrest.

Police said searches conducted as part of the investigation resulted in the seizure of surveillance camera footage from the affected businesses, which investigators say supports the allegations against the suspects.

The offences carry a maximum penalty of up to eight years in prison.

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Republican US Senator Lindsey Graham has died at the age of 71 following a brief and sudden illness, his office announced on Sunday.

“His family asked for privacy during an incredibly difficult period,” the statement reads.

Graham, a Republican representing South Carolina, was first elected to the US Senate in 2002 and became a leading figure on national security and foreign policy issues. He served as chair of the Senate Budget Committee and was recognised as one of Trump’s closest allies in Congress.

The senator was also a vocal supporter of Ukraine following Russia’s full-scale invasion, repeatedly backing increased US assistance for Kyiv and stronger sanctions against Moscow.

Shortly before his death, Graham visited Ukraine, where he met President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and toured the Ukrainian drone manufacturer SkyFall. During the visit, he praised Ukraine’s defence technology and its potential for further military innovation.

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