Selected MCQ

Current Question
Which country closed and handed over control of Al-Asad Airbase to local forces in early 2026?
  • A. Russia
  • B. United States
  • C. United Kingdom
  • D. France
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The U.S. withdrew its forces from Al-Asad Airbase in Iraq for the first time since 2014.
Related Question 1
Which country formally withdrew its military forces from Iraq’s Al-Asad Airbase in early 2026?
  • A. United Kingdom
  • B. United States
  • C. Australia
  • D. France
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The U.S. handed over full control of Al-Asad Airbase to Iraqi forces.
Related Question 2
Which country temporarily closed its embassy in Tehran in early 2026?
  • A. United States
  • B. Australia
  • C. Canada
  • D. New Zealand
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
New Zealand evacuated and temporarily closed its embassy in Tehran amid the crisis.
Related Question 3
In early 2026, which country ended a VAT exemption on birth control drugs and devices?
  • A. China
  • B. India
  • C. Japan
  • D. South Korea
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
China removed the VAT exemption on birth control as part of efforts to address declining birth rates.
Related Question 4
Which country hosted the 15th Islamic Summit of the OIC in 2024?
  • A. Saudi Arabia
  • B. Senegal
  • C. The Gambia
  • D. United Arab Emirates
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The 15th OIC Islamic Summit was hosted by The Gambia.
Related Question 5
Which country chaired the 2024 SCO Heads of State Council meeting in Astana?
  • A. Uzbekistan
  • B. Kazakhstan
  • C. Kyrgyzstan
  • D. Tajikistan
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The 2024 SCO summit in Astana was chaired by Kazakhstan.