Field Marshal Asim Munir met with President Masoud Pezeshkian, Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. There is no mention of a meeting with the Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, in the official reports. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002541/encouraging-progress-made-during-cdf-munirs-tehran-visit-ispr, 23 May 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the fuel price situation in 2026:
1. The government reduced petrol prices for two consecutive weeks in May 2026.
2. The global fuel crunch was exacerbated by the conflict involving Iran.
3. The Petroleum Minister announced an increase in fuel prices on April 2, 2026.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the provided information regarding the 2026 fuel price trends and the geopolitical context of the energy crisis. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002321/govt-reduces-petrol-by-rs6-per-litre-high-speed-diesel-by-rs68, 22 May 2026]
83
In which areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa were the intelligence-based operations conducted on May 21, 2026?
The ISPR confirmed that the operations conducted over the 48-hour period leading to May 21, 2026, were focused in the areas of Datta Khel, Spinwam, and Bannu. Other locations like Tank and Dera Ismail Khan have been sites of separate operations but were not the primary focus of this specific report. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002065/security-forces-kill-23-terrorists-in-multiple-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-ibos-ispr, 21 May 2026]
84
Consider the following statements about the global copper market as of July 27, 2026:
1. The U.S. Commerce Department was scheduled to complete a review of the copper market by June 30, 2026.
2. Copper prices on the LME were up 0.32% at 0700 GMT.
3. The Pentagon suspended airstrikes on Iran on the Friday preceding July 27, 2026.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the provided information. The U.S. review deadline, the specific percentage increase of copper on the LME, and the timing of the Pentagon's suspension of airstrikes are all verified details. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40432002/copper-prices-rise-as-us-iran-lull-calms-oil-and-economic-growth-fears, 27 Jul 2026]
85
Consider the following statements about the US military campaign against Iran:
1. Operation Epic Fury lasted for a duration of 40 days.
2. The campaign officially commenced on February 28, 2026.
3. The Pentagon has provided a comprehensive and public list of all aircraft losses to Congress.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually accurate regarding the duration and start date of the campaign. Statement 3 is incorrect because the report explicitly mentions that the Pentagon has not yet issued a comprehensive assessment or a full list of losses. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002532/congressional-report-details-losses-of-42-us-aircraft-in-iran-campaign, 23 May 2026]
86
Which of the following statements regarding the diplomatic response to the incident on May 23, 2026, is INCORRECT?
While the US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, condemned the actions, there is no report that the United States joined France in imposing a formal travel ban. The other statements accurately reflect the diplomatic actions taken by the respective nations. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002539/france-bans-israeli-security-minister-ben-gvir-from-country, 23 May 2026]
87
The US Department of Defence has been operating under which alternative title since September 2025?
The CRS report notes that the Department of Defence adopted the title 'Department of War' following an executive order issued in September 2025. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002532/congressional-report-details-losses-of-42-us-aircraft-in-iran-campaign, 23 May 2026]
88
Which US military aircraft was reported damaged by Iranian ground fire during operations in March 2026?
The CRS report specifically cites damage to an F-35A stealth fighter resulting from Iranian ground fire. Other aircraft listed, such as the E-3 Sentry, were damaged in different incidents, such as the strike on Prince Sultan Air Base. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002532/congressional-report-details-losses-of-42-us-aircraft-in-iran-campaign, 23 May 2026]
89
Which of the following statements regarding the aircraft losses during Operation Epic Fury is INCORRECT?
The report states that the KC-135 crash in Iraq resulted in the death of all six crew members on board, making the incorrect statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002532/congressional-report-details-losses-of-42-us-aircraft-in-iran-campaign, 23 May 2026]
90
How does the Asian Development Bank (ADB) primarily differ from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in its operational scope?
The ADB is a regional development finance institution aimed at fostering economic growth in Asia, while the IMF is a global institution focused on the stability of the international monetary system.
