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International Current Affairs : It refers to the latest news and events related to global politics, diplomacy, world economics, security, and other international issues. It includes news and developments from various countries and regions of the world, as well as the actions and decisions of international organizations such as the United Nations, the World Bank, and the International Monetary Fund. Topics covered under International Current Affairs can range from trade agreements and negotiations, to climate change, global conflicts and crises, international cooperation and development, and human rights-related issues, among others. Testbook provides an exceptional platform for candidates preparing for competitive exams. With easy-to-download Daily and Monthly PDFs of International Current Affairs, aspirants are able to stay up-to-date with all the latest happenings and developments globally.Testbook's Daily Current Affairs Quiz is the perfect companion to these PDFs.

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South Korea Battles Worst Wildfires as Death Toll Hits 26
25-03-28
  • South Korea is facing its worst-ever wildfires, with over 33,000 hectares burned, killing at least 26 people & destroying historic temples.
  • The fires, which began in Uiseong, have spread rapidly eastward, worsened by dry conditions and strong winds, making firefighting efforts challenging.
  • Experts warn that climate change is contributing to the frequency & intensity of such deadly wildfires.
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Sudanese Army Takes Full Control of Presidential Palace in Khartoum
25-03-22
  • Sudanese army seized full control of the Presidential Palace in Khartoum after months of conflict with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
  • The army conducted search operations for RSF members around the palace amid intermittent gunfire in the capital.
  • The ongoing conflict has caused a humanitarian crisis, with famine and disease widespread across Sudan.
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Indian Student Uses CBP App for Self-Deportation from US
25-03-20
  • Rajani Srinivasan, an Indian student, became one of the first to use the CBP Home App for self-deportation after her F-1 visa was revoked.
  • The app, introduced by the Trump administration, facilitates voluntary exit for undocumented immigrants.
  • The app simplifies the process of filing a notice of intent to leave the US, offering a safer and more efficient alternative to formal deportation.
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Trump Uses Alien Enemies Act to Speed Up Deportations
25-03-20
  • Trump invoked the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants with ties to the Tren de Aragua gang, despite a federal judge's order blocking the action.
  • The law allows the president to expel foreign nationals defined as "alien enemies" during wartime or invasion.
  • The move has led to a constitutional clash, with courts questioning the president's authority.
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Faya Site Reveals 210,000 Years of Human Desert Adaptation
25-03-18
  • Sharjah’s Faya Palaeolandscape, nominated for UNESCO status, provides evidence of human survival in extreme desert conditions for over 210,000 years.
  • Excavations reveal 18 phases of human occupation, stone tools, burial sites & trade links with Mesopotamia and Indus Valley.
  • Geological formations, water sources & climate shifts played a key role in sustaining early human settlements & trade.
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UN Chief Launches ‘UN80 Initiative’ for Greater Efficiency
25-03-17
  • UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres announced the ‘UN80 Initiative’ to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the 80-year-old organization.
  • The initiative will propose ways to streamline UN operations and review growing mandates assigned by member states.
  • India contributed $37.64 million to the 2025 regular budget, joining the "honor roll" of countries that paid on time.
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Syria’s Interim President Signs Deal with Kurdish-led SDF
25-03-11
  • Syria’s interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, and SDF commander Mazloum Abdi signed a historic deal to integrate SDF-controlled areas into Syria’s state institutions, including oil-rich northeast Syria.
  • The agreement includes integrating key assets like border crossings, an airport, and oil fields into Damascus control, marking a step towards rebuilding Syria post-conflict.
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​Lithuania Withdraws from Cluster Bomb Ban Treaty
25-03-10
  • Lithuania officially quit the Cluster Munitions Convention on March 6, 2025, citing security concerns over Russia, despite global criticism.
  • It is the first EU nation to leave a multilateral arms regulation treaty and is also considering exiting the anti-personnel landmine ban.
  • Human rights groups condemned the move, while Lithuania insists it will take measures to minimize harm.
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Trump Establishes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve
25-03-07
  • Trump signed an order to create a U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve using forfeited assets, treating it as a "digital Fort Knox."
  • The reserve includes bitcoin, ether, XRP, solana, and cardano, aiming to maximize holdings' value without extra taxpayer costs.
  • Bitcoin dropped below $85,000 after the announcement, despite surging to $109,071.86 in January.
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Ariane 6 Successfully Deploys French Spy Satellite
25-03-07
  • Europe’s Ariane 6 completed its first full mission, deploying the CSO-3 spy satellite, enhancing European military surveillance.
  • The launch marks a step toward Europe’s space autonomy, though it still lags behind SpaceX in launch capacity.
  • Originally set for 2020, Ariane 6 faced repeated delays, forcing Europe to rely on SpaceX for some launches.
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Cyclone Alfred Hits Australia's Southeast Coast
25-03-06
  • Cyclone Alfred, a Category 2 tropical cyclone, originated in the Coral Sea on February 20, 2025, and has fluctuated between Category 1 and Category 4.
  • The cyclone is forecasted to make landfall north of Brisbane, bringing heavy rainfall (over 500mm) and damaging winds, with potential significant flooding.
  • This is the first cyclone to directly affect Brisbane since Cyclone Nancy in 1990.
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EU Commission Proposes 800-Billion-Euro Defence Plan
25-03-04
  • The European Commission proposed a new 800-billion-euro plan, including 150 billion euros in joint EU borrowing for defence.
  • The funds will strengthen Europe's defence capabilities, focusing on air and missile defence, drones, and military mobility.
  • The proposal aims to increase EU defence spending by 1.5% of GDP, potentially creating fiscal space for 650 billion euros.
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Ethiopian Volcano Emits Massive Methane Plumes
25-03-01
  • Mount Fentale, located in northern Ethiopia, released vast methane plumes, surprising scientists and raising climate concerns.
  • The European Space Agency’s satellites first detected the emissions, later confirmed by GHGSat, which reported 58 metric tonnes of methane released since January 31.
  • Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, could significantly impact climate dynamics and local ecosystems.
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Three Active Cyclones in South Pacific Raise Climate Concerns
25-03-01
  • Satellite imagery captured three simultaneous cyclones—Rae, Seru, and Alfred—spanning 8,000 km in the South Pacific, a rare occurrence this season.
  • Rising ocean temperatures, fueled by climate change, are intensifying cyclones, leading to stronger and slower-moving storms.
  • The Cyclone Alfred rapidly intensified to Category 3, with 185 km/h wind gusts off the eastern coast of Australia.
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​Cyclone Garance Hits La Reunion, Causes Power & Water Outages
25-02-28
  • Cyclone Garance struck the French island of La Réunion with 155 kph (96 mph) winds, damaging roofs and cutting power and water access for thousands.
  • 145,000 households (30% of electricity consumers) lost power, and 10% lacked drinking water shortly after impact.
  • The increased storm activity is attributed to La Nina conditions, which bring weak wind shear and warm sea-surface temperatures.
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EU Declares Caffeine Harmful: Impact on Products
25-02-27
  • The European Union has classified caffeine as "harmful to humans if swallowed," citing risks to the heart, hydration, and nervous system, with a ban on its use as a pesticide.
  • The ruling mainly targets non-food applications, with potential stricter regulations for energy drinks.
  • Moderate caffeine intake remains safe, and coffee is unlikely to face major restrictions.
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‘Cali Fund’ Launched to Boost Biodiversity Finance
25-02-27
  • The Cali Fund, launched at COP16 in Rome on February 25, 2025, collects contributions from businesses using Digital Sequence Information (DSI) like genetic data, aimed at supporting biodiversity conservation.
  • At least 50% of the fund’s resources will be directed to indigenous peoples and local communities.
  • Managed by UNDP and UNEP, the fund will support conservation projects.
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India Abstains on Ukraine Resolutions; US Breaks with Allies
25-02-25
  • India abstained from UNGA votes on Ukraine resolutions, while the US opposed Western allies and sided with Russia on key issues.
  • A resolution naming Russia as the aggressor passed with 93 votes in favor, 18 against, and 65 abstentions, marking lower support than in 2023.
  • The US abstained from its own resolution after Western nations amended it to name Russia as the invader.
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​Indonesia’s Mount Dukono Erupts, Aviation Warning Issued
25-02-22
  • Mount Dukono in North Maluku province erupted, spewing ash 2,000 meters high, prompting an aviation safety advisory.
  • Indonesia’s Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation Centre issued an orange-level  Volcano Observatory Notice for Aviation (VONA) alert, the second-highest warning.
  • Mount Dukono is located on Halmahera Island in Indonesia.
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​Brazil Joins OPEC+ Ahead of UN Climate Summit COP30
25-02-21
  • Brazil has joined OPEC+, a coalition of 22 oil-producing nations, just months before hosting the UN climate summit COP30 in November 2025.
  • As the world’s seventh-largest oil producer, Brazil pumps 4.3 million barrels per day and saw crude oil surpass soy as its top export in 2024.
  • Headquarters of OPEC: Vienna, Austria.
  • Secretary General: Haitham al-Ghais.
  • It was founded in 1960.
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António Guterres is the current Secretary-General of the United Nations.

United Kingdom (UK) withdrew from the European Union on January 31, 2020.

Joe Biden is the current President of the United States of America.

United Kingdom (UK) hosted the 2021 G7 Summit.

Sudan signed a peace agreement with Israel and become the third Arab country to do so.

China hosted the 2022 Winter Olympics.

Ethiopia is building a controversial dam on the Nile river, causing tensions with Egypt and Sudan.
Yemen is facing a humanitarian crisis due to an ongoing civil war and famine, with millions of people displaced and in need of aid.
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