Explanation

• President: Richard Nixon
• Term: 1969–1974
• Resignation Date: 8 August 1974
• Scandal: Watergate Scandal (1972–1974)
• Resignation took effect on: 9 August 1974
• Successor: Gerald Ford

Last verified on 20-06-2026

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• Sweden became the first EU country in October 2014 to officially recognize Palestine as a state.
• It sparked major political debate across Europe and internationally.
• Prime Minister at the time: Stefan Löfven
• The move aimed to support a two-state solution (Israel–Palestine).

Last verified on 15-06-2026

Explanation

• A massive explosion occurred on 4 August 2020 in Beirut.
• Beirut is the capital of Lebanon.
• Caused by improper storage of ammonium nitrate at the port.
• Resulted in 200+ deaths and thousands injured.
• One of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history.

Last verified on 02-05-2026

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• Years of break: 7 years
• Break started: 2016
• Agreement date: 10 March 2023
• Mediator: China
• Embassies reopening time: Within 2 months

Last verified on 27-04-2026

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• On 1st February 2021, Myanmar’s military staged a coup.

Additional information:

• Reason Claimed: Alleged voter fraud in the November 2020 elections
• Aung San Suu Kyi – detained by the military
• Military Leader: Min Aung Hlaing assumed control

Last verified on 04-02-2026

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• Start Date: 25 June 1975
• End Date: 21 March 1977
• Duration: ~21 months
• Reason: Political instability and court ruling invalidating her 1971 election
• Key Actions: Suspension of civil liberties, press censorship, and postponement of elections

Last verified on 18-01-2026

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• Executed Year: 2023, January
• Position: Deputy Foreign Minister of Iran
• Spy Agency: MI6 (UK)
• Charges: Espionage against Iran
• International Reaction: Condemned by human rights organizations

Last verified on 17-01-2026

Explanation

During Joe Biden’s presidency, no major new sanctions specifically targeting Pakistan were introduced.

Existing restrictions, such as those related to nuclear proliferation (since the 1990s) and counterterrorism, remained in place but were not significantly expanded.

Explanation

The mediation aimed to de-escalate tensions and support a peaceful resolution to the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

It sought to encourage dialogue, reduce violence, and promote a ceasefire, aligning with U.S. interests in maintaining stability in the South Caucasus.

Explanation

The 36th International Geological Congress (IGC) was held in New Delhi, India.

Originally scheduled for March 2020, the congress was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

It was subsequently held virtually from 20–22 March 2022. 

The congress focused on the theme “Geosciences: The Basic Science for a Sustainable Future.”