The Strait of Hormuz is the vital energy artery mentioned by the World Bank President. Its reopening is considered essential for stabilizing global energy infrastructure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990654/global-growth-to-suffer-due-to-middle-east-war-world-bank-chief, 11 Apr 2026]
1282
What is the primary stated objective of the Pakistani military deployment to Saudi Arabia in 2026?
The deployment is intended to strengthen the joint defence cooperation agreement and improve operational readiness between the two armed forces. It is explicitly not intended for offensive combat operations. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990849/pakistan-sends-military-force-fighter-jets-to-saudi-arabia, 11 Apr 2026]
1283
Who is the current Parliament Speaker of Iran who stated that his country would not bow to threats following the US blockade announcement?
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf is the Iranian Parliament Speaker who publicly rejected the US threats. The other individuals hold different roles within the Iranian state hierarchy. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991096/after-trumps-blockade-announcement-irgc-says-will-view-military-vessels-approaching-hormuz-as-ceasefire-breach, 12 Apr 2026]
1284
In which two Afghan locations did Pakistani forces conduct precision airstrikes on March 16, 2026?
The Pakistani government confirmed that military installations in Kabul and Nangarhar were the specific targets of the airstrikes. Kandahar and Herat were not mentioned as locations for this specific operation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1982625/pakistani-forces-strike-afghan-talibans-military-installations-in-kabul-nangarhar-security-sources, 16 Mar 2026]
1285
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic visit of the Prime Minister in April 2026:
1. The visit to Saudi Arabia and Qatar was conducted in a bilateral context.
2. The Prime Minister is expected to hold a meeting with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Turkiye.
3. The delegation included the Information Minister and the Special Assistant to the Prime Minister.
All three statements are factually accurate based on the official reports regarding the Prime Minister's diplomatic tour. The visits to Saudi Arabia and Qatar were bilateral, the meeting with President Erdogan was planned for the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, and the delegation included both the Information Minister and the SAPM. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991908/pm-shehbaz-meets-saudi-crown-prince-in-jeddah-dar-says-avenues-to-further-enhance-cooperation-discussed, 15 Apr 2026]
1286
Under the Child Marriage Restraint Bill 2026, what is the maximum term of imprisonment proposed for adults contracting a marriage with a child?
The bill stipulates that adults contracting marriage with a child face rigorous imprisonment of up to three years, but not less than two years. Other penalties, such as five to seven years, apply specifically to cohabitation classified as child abuse. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991404/punjab-assembly-panel-approves-bill-setting-minimum-marriage-age-at-18-for-both-males-and-females, 13 Apr 2026]
1287
On what platform did Donald Trump post the AI-generated image that depicted him as a Jesus-like figure?
The image was posted on the Truth Social platform, which is the primary social media outlet used by Donald Trump. Other platforms like X or Facebook were not the source of this specific controversial post. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991418/i-thought-it-was-me-as-a-doctor-trump-on-ai-image-of-himself-as-jesus-like-figure, 13 Apr 2026]
1288
Which of the following elements was NOT present in the background of the AI-generated image posted by Donald Trump?
The image featured the Statue of Liberty, fireworks, a fighter jet, and eagles in the background. A religious cathedral was not described as part of the image's background composition. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991418/i-thought-it-was-me-as-a-doctor-trump-on-ai-image-of-himself-as-jesus-like-figure, 13 Apr 2026]
1289
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the westerly wave was expected to persist in the upper parts of the country until which date in April 2026?
The PMD press release stated that the westerly wave would approach northwestern parts on April 16 and persist in the upper regions until April 19. April 19 is the final day of the forecasted weather system. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991385/pmd-predicts-rainfall-in-upper-parts-of-country-from-april-16-to-19, 13 Apr 2026]
1290
Which regional countries were identified as providing support to Pakistan's mediation efforts between the US and Iran in 2026?
Pakistan's diplomatic efforts to bring the US and Iran to the table were backed by Turkiye and Egypt. While other countries like China and Saudi Arabia were consulted, Turkiye and Egypt were specifically cited as supporting the back-channel efforts. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991712/trump-says-us-iran-talks-could-resume-over-the-next-two-days-were-more-inclined-to-go-to-pakistan, 14 Apr 2026]
