Explanation

Treaty of Versailles (1919)

• Signed On: 28 June 1919
• Parties Involved: Allied Powers vs Germany
• Purpose: To establish peace and codify terms after World War I
• Key Fact: Primary treaty from the Paris Peace Conference
• Region Affected: Europe

• Imposed war guilt on Germany (Article 231)
• Enforced reparations and military restrictions on Germany
• Laid foundations that later influenced World War II

Last Verified on 13-01-2026

Explanation

• When two countries overcome differences and cooperate, they reach a mutual agreement.
• It means an understanding beneficial to both parties.
• Example: Trade deals, peace treaties, environmental accords.

Last verified on 15-02-2026

Explanation

The “New START Treaty” was a nuclear arms reduction treaty between the United States and the Russia for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms.

This treaty entered into force on 5 February 2011.

Additional Information:

“New START” stands for New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty

On 5 February 2026, the New START treaty officially expired.

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Explanation

• The Treaty of Versailles officially ended World War I.
  • It was signed on 28 June 1919 between Germany and the Allied Powers.
  • The treaty codified terms, reparations, and territorial changes after the war.
  • It laid the foundation for post-war international relations and the League of Nations.

Last verified on 01-02-2026

Explanation

The Treaty of Lausanne was signed on July 24, 1923.

It defined the borders of the modern Turkish state.

It replacing the Treaty of Sèvres.