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A two-week ceasefire agreement was established between the United States and Iran.
Pakistan played a pivotal role as a mediator, facilitating the negotiations between the two nations.
The discussions took place in Islamabad, focusing on de-escalation and potential future talks.
Israel expressed strong disapproval of the negotiations, citing concerns over Iran's regional influence and nuclear ambitions.
The 2015 international agreement on Iran's nuclear program, from which the U.S. unilaterally withdrew, remains a critical backdrop to any U.S.-Iran negotiations.
The ceasefire directly impacts the intricate web of alliances, rivalries, and proxy conflicts defining the broader West Asian region.
This mediation effort showcases Pakistan's evolving diplomatic strategy and its efforts to play a constructive role in international conflict resolution, balancing relations with various global powers.
GS Paper II: International Relations - Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests; Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests; Important International institutions, agencies and fora, their structure, mandate.
General Awareness - Current Affairs (International Events)
General Awareness - Current Affairs (International News, Geopolitical Developments)
General Awareness - Current Affairs (International Events)
General Knowledge - Current Events (International Security, Geopolitics)
Consider the following statements: 1. Ballistic missiles are jet-propelled at subsonic speeds throughout their flights, while cruise missiles are rocket-powered only in the initial phase of flight. 2. Agni-V is a medium-range supersonic cruise missile, while BrahMos is a solid-fuelled intercontinental ballistic missile. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Neither 1 nor 2
With reference to Home Guards, consider the following statements: 1. Home Guards are raised under the Home Guards Act and Rules of the Central Government. 2. The role of the Home Guards is to serve as an auxiliary force to the police in maintenance of internal security. 3. To prevent infiltration on the international border/coastal areas, the Border Wing Home Guards Battalions have been raised in some States. How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: Only two
Which one of the following statements best reflects the idea behind the "Fractional Orbital Bombardment System" often talked about in media?
Answer: A missile is put into a stable orbit around the Earth and deorbits over a target on the Earth.
High for UPSC (International Relations), Medium for other exams (Current Affairs).
A temporary suspension of fighting, typically agreed upon by opposing sides in a conflict.
Intervention in a dispute by a third party to help resolve it, often through negotiation.
Politics, especially international relations, as influenced by geographical factors.
An international agreement on the Iranian nuclear program between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries.