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February 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#4121
Consider the following statements about the 2026 diplomatic engagement between Pakistan and Kuwait: 1. The visit was initiated at the invitation of the Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister. 2. The discussions were limited exclusively to trade and energy sectors. 3. The visit included a call on the Pakistani leadership in Islamabad. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as Ishaq Dar extended the invitation. Statement 3 is correct as the minister was expected to call on the leadership. Statement 2 is incorrect because the talks covered the full spectrum of bilateral relations, not just trade and energy. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40432027/kuwaiti-foreign-minister-to-visit-pakistan-on-tuesday-fo, 27 Jul 2026]
#4122
The Pakistan-brokered ceasefire between the United States and Iran was scheduled to conclude on which date in 2026?
(a) April 19
(b) April 28
(c) April 25
(d) April 22
Explanation: The ceasefire, which paused hostilities following the February 2026 strikes, was set to expire on April 22, 2026. This date is critical as it marks the end of the diplomatic window for the current round of talks. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1993224/trump-says-us-representatives-heading-to-islamabad-will-be-there-tomorrow-evening-for-negotiations-with-iran, 19 Apr 2026]
#4123
Which Pakistani official received the Iranian Interior Minister upon his arrival in Islamabad on 2026-07-20?
(a) Talal Chaudhry
(b) Ishaq Dar
(c) Attaullah Tarar
(d) Mohsin Naqvi
Explanation: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi officially received the Iranian delegation upon their arrival in Islamabad. Talal Chaudhry and Ishaq Dar were present during subsequent meetings but did not lead the initial reception. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017273/iranian-interior-minister-meets-pm-shehbaz-in-islamabad, 21 Jul 2026]
#4124
Who is the current Interior Minister of Iran who visited Islamabad on 2026-07-21?
(a) Eskandar Momeni
(b) Masoud Pezeshkian
(c) Mohsin Naqvi
(d) None of these
Explanation: Eskandar Momeni is the Iranian Interior Minister who led the delegation to Pakistan. Mohsin Naqvi is the Pakistani Interior Minister, and Masoud Pezeshkian is the President of Iran. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017273/iranian-interior-minister-meets-pm-shehbaz-in-islamabad, 21 Jul 2026]
#4125
In the context of the 2026 US-Iran negotiations, what specific term did President Trump use to refer to Iran's enriched uranium stockpile?
(a) Heavy water
(b) Yellow cake
(c) Nuclear dust
(d) Fissile material
Explanation: President Trump referred to the enriched uranium stockpile as 'nuclear dust' during his remarks to reporters. The other terms are technical descriptors for nuclear materials but were not the specific terminology used by the President. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1992383/trump-says-if-iran-deal-is-reached-and-signed-in-islamabad-i-might-go-there, 16 Apr 2026]
#4126
Which of the following statements regarding the diplomatic efforts in April 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) The US and Iran were engaged in talks brokered by Pakistan.
(b) Pakistan's leadership has been actively seeking to bring the parties to the table.
(c) The ceasefire was implemented following US-Israeli strikes.
(d) President Trump confirmed he would personally participate in the negotiation sessions.
Explanation: President Trump explicitly stated that he would not participate in the actual negotiation sessions, even though he expressed a willingness to travel to Islamabad for the final signing of a deal. The other statements accurately reflect the diplomatic situation described. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1992383/trump-says-if-iran-deal-is-reached-and-signed-in-islamabad-i-might-go-there, 16 Apr 2026]
#4127
Which of the following statements regarding the 2026-07-21 visit of the Iranian Interior Minister is INCORRECT?
(a) The minister met with the Chief of Army Staff at the Prime Minister's House.
(b) The minister visited the Pakistan Monument in Islamabad.
(c) The minister held a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the PM House.
(d) The minister was accompanied by a high-level delegation of senior government officials.
Explanation: The meeting with the Chief of Army Staff took place at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi, not the Prime Minister's House in Islamabad. The other statements accurately reflect the events of the visit. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017273/iranian-interior-minister-meets-pm-shehbaz-in-islamabad, 21 Jul 2026]
#4128
Who was the Iranian Ambassador to India summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs on April 18, 2026?
(a) Hossein Amir-Abdollahian
(b) Ali Bagheri Kani
(c) Dr. Mohammad Fathali
(d) Mohammad Javad Zarif
Explanation: Dr. Mohammad Fathali is the Iranian Ambassador to India who was summoned by the Indian foreign secretary to discuss the safety of merchant shipping. The other individuals listed are prominent Iranian political figures but do not hold the position of Ambassador to India. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1992990/new-delhi-summons-iranian-envoy-after-indian-flagged-tankers-shot-at-near-strait-of-hormuz, 18 Apr 2026]
#4129
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic visit on 2026-07-21: 1. The Iranian Interior Minister expressed appreciation for Pakistan's role in regional mediation. 2. The discussions focused exclusively on trade and economic cooperation. 3. Pakistan reiterated its commitment to regional peace and stability in the Gulf region. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: Statement 2 is incorrect because the discussions were primarily focused on regional security, border management, and diplomatic mediation, rather than exclusively on trade. Statements 1 and 3 are factually accurate based on the official reports of the visit. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017273/iranian-interior-minister-meets-pm-shehbaz-in-islamabad, 21 Jul 2026]
#4130
What is the total value of the assistance package announced by Canada for Pakistan on July 21, 2026?
(a) Over $37 million
(b) Over $47 million
(c) Over $57 million
(d) None of these
Explanation: Canada announced a total assistance package exceeding $47 million during the visit of Foreign Minister Anita Anand to Islamabad. This amount is divided into development and security cooperation initiatives. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017175/canada-announces-over-47m-in-assistance, 21 Jul 2026]
#4131
Which organization is responsible for recommending that the US State Department designate India as a 'country of particular concern' in 2026?
(a) Human Rights Watch Executive Board
(b) United Nations Human Rights Council
(c) Amnesty International Global Secretariat
(d) United States Commission on International Religious Freedom
Explanation: The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) is the federal government entity tasked with monitoring religious freedom abroad and providing policy recommendations. Other organizations listed are international NGOs or UN bodies, not US federal commissions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998729/us-religious-freedom-commission-calls-for-india-to-be-listed-as-country-of-particular-concern, 08 May 2026]
#4132
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic situation in April 2026: 1. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited Riyadh, Doha, and Istanbul as part of Pakistan's diplomatic outreach. 2. President Trump claimed that Iran had agreed to abandon its nuclear weapons program. 3. The US-Iran ceasefire was set to expire in early May 2026. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as the Prime Minister conducted a tour of these cities. Statement 2 is correct as Trump claimed Iran agreed to give up its nuclear program. Statement 3 is incorrect because the ceasefire was set to expire 'next week' from April 16, 2026, not in May. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1992383/trump-says-if-iran-deal-is-reached-and-signed-in-islamabad-i-might-go-there, 16 Apr 2026]
#4133
Who led the Iranian delegation during the diplomatic talks held in Islamabad on April 11, 2026?
(a) Ishaq Dar
(b) Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf
(c) Ayaz Sadiq
(d) Mohsin Naqvi
Explanation: Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, headed the Iranian delegation. Ishaq Dar and Ayaz Sadiq are Pakistani officials who facilitated the talks. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990743/stepping-stone-toward-durable-peace-pm-shehbaz-meets-us-vp-vance-as-islamabad-talks-commence, 11 Apr 2026]
#4134
Which Pakistani official led a delegation to Tehran in April 2026 as part of the mediation efforts between the US and Iran?
(a) The Foreign Minister
(b) The Chief of Army Staff
(c) The President of Pakistan
(d) None of these
Explanation: Field Marshal Asim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff, led the delegation to Tehran to facilitate the ongoing diplomatic mediation. The other options are incorrect as they do not reflect the specific leadership role mentioned in the diplomatic mission. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1992383/trump-says-if-iran-deal-is-reached-and-signed-in-islamabad-i-might-go-there, 16 Apr 2026]
#4135
Which international organization issued a statement reaffirming its support for Somalia's unity following Israel's move in 2026?
(a) European Union
(b) Arab League
(c) Organisation of Islamic Cooperation
(d) North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Explanation: The General Secretariat of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) condemned the move and reaffirmed its support for the internationally recognized government of Somalia. The OIC emphasized its commitment to the country's territorial integrity. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1993013/12-countries-including-pakistan-condemn-israels-move-to-appoint-envoy-to-somaliland, 18 Apr 2026]
#4136
Who was appointed by Israel as the first non-resident ambassador to Somaliland in 2026?
(a) Michael Lotem
(b) David Barnea
(c) Gilad Erdan
(d) None of these
Explanation: Michael Lotem was officially appointed as Israel's first non-resident ambassador to the breakaway region of Somaliland. This appointment triggered a formal joint condemnation from twelve countries, including Pakistan. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1993013/12-countries-including-pakistan-condemn-israels-move-to-appoint-envoy-to-somaliland, 18 Apr 2026]
#4137
Which of the following statements regarding the July 2026 wildfire dispute is INCORRECT?
(a) The US President suggested that Canada should pay damages for the smoke impact.
(b) The US government has already finalized a permanent trade embargo against Canada.
(c) The wildfire smoke threatened to disrupt the World Cup final.
(d) The US President accused Canada of negligence regarding the fires.
Explanation: There is no evidence that a permanent trade embargo has been finalized; the administration only threatened the use of tariffs as a potential leverage tool. The other statements accurately reflect the events reported on July 21, 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017162/trump-seeks-damages-from-canada-over-wildfires, 21 Jul 2026]
#4138
Which Canadian Foreign Minister visited Islamabad in July 2026, marking the first such visit in nearly 20 years?
(a) Melanie Joly
(b) Anita Anand
(c) Marc Garneau
(d) Chrystia Freeland
Explanation: Anita Anand conducted the official visit to Pakistan in July 2026, which was noted as the first visit by a Canadian Foreign Minister to the country in approximately two decades. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017175/canada-announces-over-47m-in-assistance, 21 Jul 2026]
#4139
Consider the following statements about the July 2026 Canada-Pakistan diplomatic engagement: 1. Canada announced $45 million specifically for development assistance including climate resilience and girls' education. 2. The security assistance package of $2.2 million includes partnerships with Interpol and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. 3. Pakistan raised the Kashmir dispute during the bilateral talks with the Canadian Foreign Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: All three statements are factually accurate based on the official outcomes of the visit. The aid is split between development ($45m) and security ($2.2m), and the Kashmir issue was formally raised by the Pakistani side. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017175/canada-announces-over-47m-in-assistance, 21 Jul 2026]
#4140
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic developments in July 2026: 1. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi identified peace and security as key goals in relations with Islamabad. 2. Pakistan has previously mediated an interim ceasefire between the United States and Iran. 3. The Iranian Interior Minister held talks with the Pakistani Prime Minister and the Chief of Army Staff. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: All three statements are factually accurate based on the events of July 21, 2026. The Foreign Minister emphasized security, Pakistan has a history of mediating the US-Iran conflict, and the Interior Minister's itinerary included meetings with the Prime Minister and the Army Chief. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017147/araghchi-identifies-peace-security-as-key-goals-in-relations-with-islamabad, 21 Jul 2026]