M C Q s D r i v e

International Current Affairs 5757 MCQs [Current Affairs]

thumb

Get concise International Current Affairs for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, OTS, PTS, AJKPSC, BPSC, KPPSC, PMS, CSS, and all competitive exams.
We provide reliable global news summaries on politics, economy, diplomacy, and major world events.
Boost your general knowledge, improve MCQs, and stay fully prepared for any competitive exam.

Which international organization warned on March 1, 2026, that nearly 66,000 people have been displaced due to the Pakistan-Afghanistan border conflict?
A UNHCR
B International Organization for Migration (IOM)
C World Health Organization (WHO)
D International Red Cross
Correct Answer: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Explanation:

The IOM highlighted a growing humanitarian crisis, citing 66,000 displacements as fighting entered its fourth consecutive day.

"World NGO Day" is annually observed on which date?
A February 21
B February 23
C February 27
D February 28
Correct Answer: February 27
Explanation:

World NGO Day is officially observed on February 27 to recognize the contribution of non-governmental organizations.

On February 28, 2026, a major regional escalation occurred when which two countries launched joint strikes against Iran?
A Saudi Arabia and UAE
B USA and Israel
C UK and France
D India and Israel
Correct Answer: USA and Israel
Explanation:

The United States and Israel launched targeted strikes on Iran, hitting missile sites and nuclear infrastructure, which prompted a formal condemnation from Pakistan.

Which country recently addressed the Indian Parliament (Knesset) and was a major focus of international relations on February 27, 2026?
A Iran
B Israel
C Greece
D Türkiye
Correct Answer: Israel
Explanation:

 The Knesset is the parliament of Israel, which was highlighted in international policy updates on this date.

The theme for International Mother Language Day on February 21, 2026, is______?
A Youth voices on multilingual education
B Preserving indigenous languages
C Language without borders
D None of These
Correct Answer: Youth voices on multilingual education
Explanation:

The theme for International Mother Language Day on February 21, 2026, is "Youth voices on multilingual education"

Which celestial event is NASA highlighting as a "Planetary Parade" occurring around late February 2026?
A Solar Eclipse
B Six-planet alignment
C Halley's Comet return
D Super Blue Moon
Correct Answer: Six-planet alignment
Explanation:

A rare planetary parade involving six planets visible in the evening sky is set to peak around February 28, 2026.

Mercury, Venus, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus, and Jupiter will appear in the sky shortly after sunset on February 28. This artist illustration features those six planets set against a black background. On February 28, we will see not one, not two, but six planets in the evening sky.

Which country's parliament suspended work on a trade deal with the US on February 24 due to renewed tariff threats from President Donald Trump?
A United Kingdom
B Canada
C European Union
D Mexico
Correct Answer: European Union
Explanation:

The European Parliament suspended its work on the EU-US trade deal following new global tariff threats from the US administration.

On February 24, 2026, which international organization raised the estimated cost for Ukraine's reconstruction to $588 billion?
A International Monetary Fund (IMF)
B World Bank
C European Union
D United Nations
Correct Answer: World Bank
Explanation:

The World Bank updated its assessment, increasing the 10-year reconstruction cost for Ukraine to $588 billion

Which country officially celebrated its National Day on February 23, 2026?
A Kuwait
B Brunei
C Guyana
D Both B and C
Correct Answer: Guyana
Explanation:

February 23 is the National Day for both Brunei and Guyana (Republic Day).

  • Brunei: Commemorates its National Day (Hari Kebangsaan) on February 23, marking the day it achieved full independence from the UK in 1984.
  • Guyana: Celebrates Republic Day (or Mashramani) on February 23 to mark its transition to a republic in 1970.

US President Donald Trump announced the immediate imposition of what economic measure on February 21, 2026?
A A 25% tax on Chinese imports
B A 10% global levy/tariff
C Total ban on Iranian oil
D New sanctions on the EU
Correct Answer: A 25% tax on Chinese imports
Explanation:

Trump administration implemented a 10% additional global tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974