The talks were officially reported to have lasted for 21 hours of intense and constructive negotiation. This duration was confirmed by US Vice President JD Vance during his press conference. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990743/us-iran-search-for-breakthrough-in-islamabad-as-talks-stretch-into-third-round, 11 Apr 2026]
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Which of the following statements regarding the US-Iran talks in Islamabad is INCORRECT?
The talks concluded without a formal agreement, as the parties remained far apart on two to three key issues, including nuclear guarantees. Therefore, the statement that a comprehensive agreement was reached is false. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990743/us-iran-search-for-breakthrough-in-islamabad-as-talks-stretch-into-third-round, 11 Apr 2026]
273
Consider the following statements about the security environment discussed in the 275th Corps Commanders' Conference:
1. The conference reviewed the conflict between the US and Iran.
2. Operation Ghazab lil-Haq was launched to counter threats from the Afghan Taliban regime's support for militants.
3. The military leadership acknowledged the first anniversary of Marka-i-Haq.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the report. The conference addressed the US-Iran conflict, the objectives of Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, and the commemoration of the first anniversary of Marka-i-Haq. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997771/regional-peace-stability-linked-to-collective-restraint-respect-for-sovereignty-armys-top-brass, 05 May 2026]
274
Who among the following was present alongside the DG ISPR during the press conference on May 7, 2026?
Rear Admiral Shifaat Ali, the Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (Operations), and Air Vice Marshal Tariq Ghazi were the officials present at the press conference. The other options are high-ranking officials who were not mentioned as attendees at this specific event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998318/we-are-prepared-dg-ispr-highlights-indigenous-military-capabilities-on-marka-i-haq-anniversary, 07 May 2026]
275
Which of the following statements regarding the 275th Corps Commanders' Conference is INCORRECT?
The conference did not ignore external developments; rather, it specifically deliberated on the broader regional security environment, including the conflict between the US and Iran. Therefore, the claim that it focused exclusively on internal security is false. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997771/regional-peace-stability-linked-to-collective-restraint-respect-for-sovereignty-armys-top-brass, 05 May 2026]
276
The military leadership noted that regional stability is intrinsically linked to which of the following principles?
The ISPR statement explicitly highlighted that peace and stability in the region are linked to collective restraint, responsibility, and respect for sovereignty. Unilateral intervention and expansionism are contrary to the stated policy of restraint. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997771/regional-peace-stability-linked-to-collective-restraint-respect-for-sovereignty-armys-top-brass, 05 May 2026]
277
Who presided over the 275th Corps Commanders' Conference held on May 5, 2026?
Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir presided over the 275th Corps Commanders' Conference at the General Headquarters. The other options represent former or different high-ranking military officials. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997771/regional-peace-stability-linked-to-collective-restraint-respect-for-sovereignty-armys-top-brass, 05 May 2026]
278
Consider the following statements about the Provincial Apex Committee meeting held on July 9, 2026:
1. The meeting was chaired by the Prime Minister to discuss the National Action Plan.
2. The leadership identified the eastern neighbour as being involved in supporting terrorist activities.
3. The committee decided to reduce the presence of security forces in Balochistan to de-escalate tensions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as the Prime Minister chaired the meeting and explicitly accused the eastern neighbour of involvement. Statement 3 is incorrect because the leadership resolved to continue the war against terrorism until the last terrorist is eliminated, rather than reducing security presence. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014127/mutual-and-singular-decision-by-leadership-to-end-terrorism-pm-shehbaz-says-after-balochistan-attacks, 09 Jul 2026]
279
Who accompanied Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during his visit to Quetta on July 9, 2026?
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar was among the officials who accompanied the Prime Minister to Quetta. Other attendees included the Minister of Economic Affairs and the Adviser on Political Affairs. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014127/mutual-and-singular-decision-by-leadership-to-end-terrorism-pm-shehbaz-says-after-balochistan-attacks, 09 Jul 2026]
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Which of the following individuals was NOT mentioned as being present at the Provincial Apex Committee meeting in Quetta on July 9, 2026?
The meeting was attended by the Chief of Army Staff, the Chief Minister of Balochistan (Sarfraz Bugti), and the Governor of Balochistan (Jaffar Khan Mandokhail). Bilawal Bhutto Zardari was not reported as an attendee. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014127/mutual-and-singular-decision-by-leadership-to-end-terrorism-pm-shehbaz-says-after-balochistan-attacks, 09 Jul 2026]
