On 14 July 2026, France celebrated its national day known as?Republic DayBastille DayLiberation DayVictory DayB) Bastille DayFrance celebrated Bastille Day on 14 July, marking the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789 and the beginning of the French Revolution.
On 14 July 2026, which country announced it would allow Ukraine to produce French-made missiles under a new defense cooperation agreement?GermanyItalyFranceSpainC) FranceFrench President Emmanuel Macron announced that Ukraine would be allowed to produce French missiles and receive additional defense support.
On 14 July 2026, European donors pledged approximately $1.3 billion for the early recovery of which region?SudanGazaLebanonSyriaB) GazaThe European Union announced donor commitments of about $1.3 billion to support Gaza's early recovery efforts.
On 13 July 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a major political reshuffle involving which position?Defense MinisterForeign MinisterPrime MinisterFinance MinisterC) Prime MinisterPresident Zelenskyy announced a government shake-up, including changes involving the Prime Minister's office and law-enforcement leadership.
On 13 July 2026, Western allies were scheduled to meet in which city to coordinate additional support for Ukraine?BerlinParisBrusselsRomeB) ParisUkraine's allies planned a meeting in Paris to discuss defense cooperation, anti-missile systems, and additional pressure on Russia.
According to reports on 13 July 2026, which issue remained the most significant security challenge for Europe?Climate MigrationCybercrimeRussia–Ukraine WarTrade DisputesC) Russia–Ukraine WarEuropean leaders continued focusing on the ongoing Russia–Ukraine conflict and strengthening collective defense measures.
On 12 July 2026, which two teams qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash?Brazil and GermanyEngland and ArgentinaFrance and PortugalMorocco and Mexico: B) England and Argentina: England defeated Norway, while Argentina overcame Switzerland to set up a high-profile World Cup semi-final.
On 12 July 2026, which country continued to be identified by NATO as the primary long-term security challenge in Europe?ChinaIranRussiaBelarusC) RussiaDiscussions following the NATO Summit continued to focus on Russia's impact on European and transatlantic security.
On 12 July 2026, which issue remained one of the biggest concerns for global energy markets?Panama Canal traffic) Arctic shipping routesStrait of Hormuz tensionsSuez Canal expansionC) Strait of Hormuz tensionsOngoing tensions involving Iran and international shipping continued to influence oil prices and global energy security.
Which international day is observed worldwide on 11 July every year?World Environment DayInternational Youth DayWorld Population DayWorld Health DayC) World Population DayWorld Population Day is observed annually on 11 July to raise awareness about population issues and sustainable development.
The theme of World Population Day 2026 mainly focuses on which group?Industrial WorkersYouth and Young PeopleSenior CitizensRefugees OnlyB) Youth and Young PeopleThe 2026 observance highlights youth empowerment, reproductive health, and sustainable population development.
On 11 July 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed NATO Summit outcomes with which former U.S. lawmaker?Nancy PelosiMitch McConnellMichael McCaulChuck SchumerC) Michael McCaulZelenskyy met Michael McCaul to discuss NATO outcomes and continued cooperation with the United States.
On 10 July 2026, U.S. senators announced an agreement with the Trump administration on a bill targeting which country?ChinaIranRussiaNorth KoreaC) RussiaU.S. senators stated that an agreement had been reached on legislation related to sanctions against Russia.
The NATO Summit held in Ankara emphasized increasing defense spending by member countries to what target by 2035?2% of GDP3% of GDP4% of GDP5% of GDPD) 5% of GDPNATO leaders discussed a long-term target of spending 5% of GDP on defense and security capabilities.
On 10 July 2026, which company announced plans to manufacture its own AI chips?GoogleMicrosoftMetaIntelC) MetaMeta announced plans to develop its own AI chips as competition in artificial intelligence intensifies.
On 9 July 2026, which alliance's summit in Ankara remained the top international security event?BRICSASEANNATOSCOC) NATOThe NATO Summit in Ankara focused on defense spending, European security, and future alliance commitments.
According to discussions on 9 July 2026, European countries are planning to increase defense spending to what percentage of GDP by 2035?2%3%4%5%D) 5%Several NATO members are considering increasing defense spending to 5% of GDP amid growing security concerns.
On 9 July 2026, global markets were closely watching tensions between the United States and which country?ChinaRussiaIranNorth KoreaC) Iran: U.S.–Iran tensions continued to affect oil prices, stock markets, and international diplomacy.
On 8 July 2026, oil prices rose sharply due to escalating tensions between the United States and which country?ChinaRussiaIranVenezuelaC) IranOil prices increased by more than 6% following U.S. strikes on Iranian targets and fears of disruptions in Gulf shipping routes.
On 8 July 2026, Iran launched missile and drone attacks against U.S. military facilities in which Gulf countries?Saudi Arabia and UAEBahrain and KuwaitQatar and OmanIraq and JordanB) Bahrain and KuwaitIran reportedly targeted U.S. military facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait in response to U.S. military actions.
According to reports on 8 July 2026, approximately how many seafarers were stranded due to security concerns in the Gulf region?1,5003,0006,00010,000C) 6,000The International Maritime Organization reported that nearly 6,000 seafarers were stranded because of escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz.
On 7 July 2026, which military alliance began its summit in Ankara, Türkiye?BRICSASEAN) NATOSCOC) NATONATO leaders gathered in Ankara, Türkiye, for the 2026 NATO Summit to discuss defense spending, European security, and Middle East tensions.
On 7 July 2026, protests demanding democratic reforms were reported in which East African country?EthiopiaUgandaTanzaniaRwandaC) TanzaniaTanzanian authorities deployed heavy security forces to prevent demonstrations demanding democratic reforms and the release of opposition leader Tundu Lissu.
On 7 July 2026, which country experienced major pro-democracy commemorative activities linked to the 1990 struggle for multiparty democracy?KenyaNigeriaGhanaZambiaA) KenyaJuly 7 ("Saba Saba Day") is associated with Kenya's struggle for multiparty democracy, and security was heightened during planned demonstrations.
On 6 July 2026, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi began a three-nation tour starting with which country?AustraliaNew ZealandIndonesiaJapanC) IndonesiaNarendra Modi's July 2026 diplomatic tour began with a visit to Indonesia before traveling to New Zealand and Australia
On 6 July 2026, China and Russia announced joint naval drills near which area?South China SeaGulf of AdenCoast of ChinaMediterranean SeaC) Coast of ChinaChina and Russia confirmed plans for joint naval exercises near China's coastline amid growing regional security concerns.
On 6 July 2026, Taiwan resumed which type of training for military graduates after about 25 years?Cyber Warfare TrainingAnti-Communist Patriotic ClassesSpace Defense TrainingNuclear Response TrainingB) Anti-Communist Patriotic ClassesTaiwan revived anti-communist patriotic education for military graduates due to increasing security concerns regarding China.
On 5 July 2026, which military alliance prepared to hold a major summit in Ankara, Türkiye?ASEANBRICSNATOSCOC) NATONATO leaders gathered in Ankara to discuss defense spending, the Ukraine war, and alliance security priorities.
On 5 July 2026, nationwide funeral prayers were held in Iran for which leader?Hassan RouhaniEbrahim RaisiAyatollah Ali KhameneiMohammad KhatamiC) Ayatollah Ali KhameneiIran held nationwide funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, drawing international attention to the country's future leadership.
On 5 July 2026, Ukraine reportedly launched a major drone attack on an oil terminal in which Russian region?CrimeaSt. Petersburg RegionRostovVolgogradB) St. Petersburg RegionUkrainian drones targeted an oil facility in the St. Petersburg region, adding pressure to Russia's fuel supply system.
On 4 July 2026, which country celebrated the 250th anniversary of its Declaration of Independence?CanadaUnited KingdomUnited KingdomFranceC) United States: The United States marked its 250th Independence Day (Semiquincentennial) with nationwide celebrations, military events, and commemorative programs.
On 4 July 2026, Pope Leo made a global appeal for compassion toward migrants while visiting which Italian island?LampedusaSicilyCapriSardiniaA) LampedusaPope Leo used the occasion of America's Independence Day to urge greater compassion for migrants and refugees during a visit to Lampedusa, a key Mediterranean migration route.
On 4 July 2026, which stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 was underway?Group StageRound of 16Quarter-finalsSemi-finalsB) Round of 16: The Round of 16 matches began, with teams such as England, Mexico, Argentina, France, Canada, and Morocco competing for places in the quarter-finals.
On 3 July 2026, which country announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would visit it as part of a three-nation tour beginning on 6 July?JapanIndonesiaSouth KoreaVietnamB) IndonesiaIndia announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would begin a three-nation tour covering Indonesia, New Zealand, and Australia from 6–11 July 2026.
On 3 July 2026, investors around the world closely watched the release of minutes from which country's central bank?Bank of EnglandEuropean Central BankU.S. Federal ReserveBank of JapanC) U.S. Federal ReserveGlobal markets focused on the upcoming release of U.S. Federal Reserve meeting minutes for signals regarding future interest-rate policy.
According to reports on 3 July 2026, oil prices fell toward pre-war levels mainly because of optimism over which development?Russia–Ukraine ceasefireU.S.–Iran de-escalation effortsChina–EU trade agreementOPEC production cutsB) U.S.–Iran de-escalation effortsOil prices declined as investors reacted positively to signs of reduced tensions and diplomatic progress between the United States and Iran.
Which African country held parliamentary elections on 2 July 2026?MoroccoAlgeriaTunisiaLibyaB) AlgeriaAlgeria's parliamentary election was scheduled for 2 July 2026
On 2 July 2026, Kyiv was hit by a major attack after warnings from which country's President?PolandUkraineBelarusLithuaniaB) UkraineUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned of a major Russian strike before attacks on Kyiv that caused casualties and damage.
On 2 July 2026, which team advanced to the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after defeating Bosnia & Herzegovina?CanadaBelgiumUnited StatesPortugalC) United StatesThe United States defeated Bosnia & Herzegovina in the Round of 32 and advanced to the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
On 1 July 2026, which country officially assumed the six-month Presidency of the Council of the European Union?FrancePolandIrelandGermanyC) IrelandIreland officially took over the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union on 1 July 2026 and outlined priorities including competitiveness, security, and support for Ukraine.
On 1 July 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged the European Union to continue progress on what issue?NATO membershipEurozone membershipUkraine's EU accession talksSchengen visa reformsC) Ukraine's EU accession talksDuring events marking Ireland's EU presidency, Zelenskyy called on the EU to keep its commitments regarding Ukraine's accession negotiations.
On 1 July 2026, U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh stated that risks related to what had declined in recent weeks?UnemploymentInflationTrade deficitsHousing pricesB) InflationKevin Warsh said inflation expectations and risks had eased, while reaffirming the Federal Reserve's commitment to its inflation target.