MCQ Test: May 03, 2026 - Current affairs for all the Exams: Global Geopolitics Shift as Iran Proposes 14-Point Peace Plan; World Records Shattered at London Marathon

1. How many points were included in the counterproposal submitted by Iran to the United States in May 2026?

A) 10 points B) 12 points C) 14 points D) 20 points

2. Which country acted as the intermediary for the delivery of Iran's 14-point counterproposal to the United States?

A) Qatar B) Pakistan C) Switzerland D) Oman

3. What is one of the primary demands mentioned in Iran's diplomatic proposal to end regional hostilities?

A) A shared nuclear program B) A full withdrawal of U.S. forces from the region C) The establishment of a new trade route D) Increased naval presence in the Mediterranean

4. Which athlete set a new men's world record at the London Marathon mentioned in the text?

A) Eliud Kipchoge B) Kelvin Kiptum C) Sabastian Sawe D) Tigst Assefa

5. Tigst Assefa, who broke the women's world record at the London Marathon, hails from which country?

A) Kenya B) Ethiopia C) Uganda D) Morocco

6. What is the theme for World Press Freedom Day observed on May 3, 2026?

A) Journalism under Digital Siege B) Shaping a Future at Peace: Promoting Press Freedom for Human Rights, Development, and Security C) Information as a Public Good D) Media for Democracy: Journalism and Elections in Times of Disinformation

7. Which airline officially ceased all operations and declared bankruptcy after 34 years of service?

A) JetBlue B) Spirit Airlines C) Frontier Airlines D) Ryanair

8. In the recent Bulgarian elections, which coalition led by Rumen Radev won a majority in the National Assembly?

A) Democratic Bulgaria B) Progressive Bulgaria C) Citizens for European Development D) Movement for Rights and Freedoms

9. A tragic train collision resulting in 16 fatalities occurred near which location in Indonesia?

A) Jakarta B) Bekasi, West Java C) Surabaya D) Bandung

10. The Malian armed forces recently announced the neutralization of over 200 militants following an offensive by which group?

A) Al-Qaeda B) Rebel groups C) ISIS-K D) Boko Haram

11. According to the text, how many people were reportedly killed in recent Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon?

A) 5 B) 8 C) At least 12 D) Exactly 20

12. U.S. President Donald Trump described which specific military activity as 'highly effective' prior to reviewing Iran's proposal?

A) Air surveillance B) Ground offensive C) Naval blockade on Iranian ports D) Cyber warfare

May 03, 2026 - Current affairs for all the Exams: Global Geopolitics Shift as Iran Proposes 14-Point Peace Plan; World Records Shattered at London Marathon

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