World Current Affairs MCQs – Set 8
Test your knowledge of the latest international developments with these 20 fresh World Current Affairs MCQs. Each question contains four options. Click Show Correct Answer to check the answer and a short explanation.
1. What milestone did the total U.S. national debt surpass for the first time in August 2026?
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Correct Answer: C. $40 trillion
The total U.S. government debt surpassed $40 trillion for the first time in August 2026, highlighting growing concerns over the country's fiscal position.
The total U.S. government debt surpassed $40 trillion for the first time in August 2026, highlighting growing concerns over the country's fiscal position.
2. Which U.S. official announced a doubling of Treasury bond buyback operations in August 2026?
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Correct Answer: B. Scott Bessent
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the Treasury would double the size of its buyback operations for longer-term debt.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the Treasury would double the size of its buyback operations for longer-term debt.
3. What type of U.S. government securities are targeted by the expanded Treasury buyback operations?
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Correct Answer: B. 10- to 30-year Treasury securities
The Treasury announced larger buybacks involving older, less-traded debt with maturities in the 10- to 30-year range.
The Treasury announced larger buybacks involving older, less-traded debt with maturities in the 10- to 30-year range.
4. Who is the founder of China Evergrande Group who was sentenced to life in prison on 20 August 2026?
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Correct Answer: B. Hui Ka Yan
Hui Ka Yan, founder of China Evergrande Group, was sentenced to life in prison after being convicted on multiple financial offences.
Hui Ka Yan, founder of China Evergrande Group, was sentenced to life in prison after being convicted on multiple financial offences.
5. In which Chinese city was Evergrande founder Hui Ka Yan sentenced to life imprisonment?
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Correct Answer: D. Shenzhen
The sentence was handed down by a court in Shenzhen, southern China.
The sentence was handed down by a court in Shenzhen, southern China.
6. What was Evergrande's approximate annual sales figure at its peak in 2020?
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Correct Answer: C. $100 billion
Evergrande reached approximately $100 billion in annual sales in 2020 before its debt crisis deepened.
Evergrande reached approximately $100 billion in annual sales in 2020 before its debt crisis deepened.
7. Which Indonesian region was struck by a magnitude 5.9 earthquake on 20 August 2026?
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Correct Answer: B. Flores
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck the Flores region of Indonesia on 20 August 2026.
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck the Flores region of Indonesia on 20 August 2026.
8. At what depth was the magnitude 5.9 Flores earthquake recorded?
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Correct Answer: B. 10 km
The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre reported that the earthquake occurred at a depth of approximately 10 kilometres.
The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre reported that the earthquake occurred at a depth of approximately 10 kilometres.
9. How much did the United States allocate for infrastructure, equipment and operations of the proposed International Stabilization Force for Gaza?
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Correct Answer: C. $200 million
The U.S. State Department notified Congress of $200 million for equipment, infrastructure, vehicles and operating costs for the proposed International Stabilization Force.
The U.S. State Department notified Congress of $200 million for equipment, infrastructure, vehicles and operating costs for the proposed International Stabilization Force.
10. Which additional amount was allocated to repurpose U.S. armored vehicles for the proposed Gaza stabilization force?
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Correct Answer: B. $6 million
An additional approximately $6 million was allocated to repurpose U.S. armored vehicles for the proposed force.
An additional approximately $6 million was allocated to repurpose U.S. armored vehicles for the proposed force.
11. Which country was among the nations that committed troops to the proposed International Stabilization Force for Gaza?
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Correct Answer: A. Indonesia
Indonesia was among the countries that committed troops to the proposed International Stabilization Force, alongside Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo and Albania.
Indonesia was among the countries that committed troops to the proposed International Stabilization Force, alongside Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo and Albania.
12. Which two countries committed to train Palestinian police for the proposed Gaza stabilization arrangement?
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Correct Answer: B. Egypt and Jordan
Egypt and Jordan committed to providing police training as part of the proposed Gaza stabilization framework.
Egypt and Jordan committed to providing police training as part of the proposed Gaza stabilization framework.
13. Which Syrian airbase became the centre of heightened Israel–Turkey tensions after Israeli airstrikes in August 2026?
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Correct Answer: C. Abu al-Duhur Airbase
Israel carried out strikes on the Abu al-Duhur airbase near Aleppo, triggering condemnation from Turkey and concern from the United States.
Israel carried out strikes on the Abu al-Duhur airbase near Aleppo, triggering condemnation from Turkey and concern from the United States.
14. Which U.S. special envoy said Washington was working to establish a deconfliction mechanism involving Israel, Turkey and Syria?
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Correct Answer: B. Tom Barrack
U.S. special envoy for Syria Tom Barrack said Washington was working to establish a stronger communications mechanism to prevent accidental confrontation among the three countries.
U.S. special envoy for Syria Tom Barrack said Washington was working to establish a stronger communications mechanism to prevent accidental confrontation among the three countries.
15. Which country denied that its troops were present at Syria's Abu al-Duhur airbase before the Israeli strikes?
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Correct Answer: C. Turkey
Turkey said no Turkish military delegation was present at the base before or during the Israeli strike, while acknowledging military cooperation with Syria in training and expertise.
Turkey said no Turkish military delegation was present at the base before or during the Israeli strike, while acknowledging military cooperation with Syria in training and expertise.
16. What major diplomatic event is China considering with South Korea for November 2026?
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Correct Answer: B. A presidential summit
China said it was actively considering a summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at the November APEC summit in Shenzhen.
China said it was actively considering a summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at the November APEC summit in Shenzhen.
17. In which Chinese city is the November 2026 APEC summit scheduled to take place?
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Correct Answer: C. Shenzhen
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit is scheduled to take place in Shenzhen in November 2026.
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit is scheduled to take place in Shenzhen in November 2026.
18. Approximately how many short-range ballistic missiles did North Korea launch into the sea on 20 August 2026?
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Correct Answer: B. Ten
North Korea launched approximately 10 short-range ballistic missiles into the sea on 20 August, according to reports. The launch followed renewed tensions over U.S.–South Korean military policy.
North Korea launched approximately 10 short-range ballistic missiles into the sea on 20 August, according to reports. The launch followed renewed tensions over U.S.–South Korean military policy.
19. Which country suspended financial and economic transactions with Iran on 19 August 2026?
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Correct Answer: C. United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates suspended financial and economic transactions with Iran amid escalating regional tensions and missile attacks.
The United Arab Emirates suspended financial and economic transactions with Iran amid escalating regional tensions and missile attacks.
20. To what level did Brent crude settle on 19 August 2026 as Middle East tensions intensified?
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Correct Answer: C. $91.62 per barrel
Brent crude settled at $91.62 per barrel on 19 August, its highest level since July 24, as geopolitical risks and disruption around the Strait of Hormuz supported prices.
Brent crude settled at $91.62 per barrel on 19 August, its highest level since July 24, as geopolitical risks and disruption around the Strait of Hormuz supported prices.
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