Explanation

• Giles Thomson of the United Kingdom is the current President of the FATF.
• He assumed office on 1 July 2026 for a two-year term (2026–2028).
• He succeeded Elisa de Anda Madrazo of Mexico.
• Before becoming President, Giles Thomson served as FATF Vice-President (2025–2026).

Last verified on 05-08-2026

Explanation

• Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have signed a landmark Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement.
• Signed on 17 September 2025.
• This agreement is being considered the most significant upgrade in Pakistan-Saudi defence relations in decades.
• Signed in Al-Yamamah palace Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
• As per the pact, any aggression against either country shall be considered an aggression against both.
• Singed by Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Additional information:

• This agreement comes in the wake of Israel’s strike on Qatari capital Doha on 9 September 2025.

Last verified on 05-08-2026

Explanation

• Winner: Paris Saint-Germain (French Football Club)
• Runners-up: Milan (Italian Club) 
• Final held on 31 May 2025
• Final held in Munich city of Germany

Additional information: 

• UEFA stands for Union of European Football Associations. 
• UEFA is the governing body of football in Europe.

Last verified on 04-08-2026

Explanation

• Operation: Operation Border Trident
• Year: 2025
• Country: United States
• Region: California coastal border
• Target: Cross-border smuggling and transnational criminal activities

Last verified on 03-08-2026

Explanation

• The 2026 Winter Olympics were hosted by Italy.
• The games were held in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo from 6–22 February 2026.
• Italy became the host country for the third Winter Olympics in its history.

Additional information:

• Winter Olympics 2022: China
• Summer Olympics 2024: France
• Summer Olympics 2028: United States
• Summer Olympics 2020: Japan

Last verified on 10-05-2026