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The video covers three main topics: Secretary of State Antony Blinken's diplomatic efforts in the Middle East to support the Gaza ceasefire and rebuild Gaza, the controversy surrounding Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko's decision to divert a flight to arrest an opposition journalist, and the debate over whether the Tokyo Olympics should proceed amid rising COVID-19 cases in Japan. The video highlights international diplomatic efforts, political tensions in Belarus, and public health concerns related to the Olympics.

What was the primary goal of Antony Blinken's visit to the Middle East?

• To negotiate a trade deal

• To conduct military exercises

• To support the Gaza ceasefire

• To establish a new embassy

Why did Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko order a plane to land in Minsk?

• Due to a mechanical failure

• To conduct a routine check

• To arrest an opposition journalist

• To refuel the aircraft

What was the reason given by Lukashenko for diverting the flight?

• Technical malfunction

• Pilot's request

• Bad weather

• A bomb threat

What did the Asahi Shimbun newspaper suggest regarding the Tokyo Olympics?

• To change the venue

• To cancel the event

• To postpone the event

• To increase ticket sales

What percentage of Japanese people, according to polls, want the Tokyo Olympics canceled?

• 60 to 80%

• 30 to 50%

• 90 to 100%

• 10 to 20%