Explanation

• The United States of America has received the highest number of Nobel Prizes since the Nobel Prize was established.

Top 5 Countries by Nobel Laureates:

• United States – 403
• United Kingdom – 137
• Germany – 111
• France – 71
• Sweden – 32

Last verified on 08-07-2026

Explanation

As of September 2026, the country involved in the major military escalation with Iran is the United States (U.S.).

Conflict Background:

In February 2026, the U.S. and Israel launched major attacks on Iran, beginning a much wider war.

Iran responded with missile and drone attacks against U.S. forces and U.S. allies in the Middle East.

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Explanation

• On 17 November 2025, the UN Security Council adopted Resolution 2803 (2025) on the Gaza peace plan.
• The resolution was adopted by 13 votes in favour, 0 against, and 2 abstentions.
• The two countries that abstained were China and Russia.
• Pakistan voted in favour of the resolution.

Last verified on 01-09-2026

Explanation

• President Donald Trump said he would continue imposing tariffs under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974.
• Maximum Duration: 150 days
• Maximum Tariff Allowed: Up to 15%
• Purpose: To address large and serious balance-of-payments deficits.

Last verified on 11-07-2026

Explanation

The first-ever multinational and multi-domain attack-drone task force launched by the US is called Task Force Falcon Strike.

It was announced by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) on August 13, 2026.

The task force is designed to operate one-way attack drones across air, surface, and undersea domains, with U.S. personnel working alongside regional partners.

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