Syria Truce Under Threat Following U.S.-Led Strike

Syria Truce Under Threat Following U.S.-Led Strike

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The video discusses a US airstrike in Syria that mistakenly targeted Syrian government troops, leading to tensions with Russia. It covers the Russian parliamentary elections, highlighting the expected victory of the pro-Putin United Russia Party. The video also examines China's reduced holdings of US debt and the economic implications. Lastly, it addresses Nigeria's credit rating downgrade by S&P amid economic challenges.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the unintended target of the U.S. airstrike in Syria?

Russian military forces

Civilians in Daraz

Syrian government troops

ISIS militants

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change occurred in the Russian parliamentary elections?

Increase in foreign observers

Introduction of online voting

Return of single-member constituencies

Abolishment of the Duma

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country is the largest foreign holder of U.S. debt?

China

Saudi Arabia

Germany

Japan

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for Nigeria's credit downgrade by S&P?

Increased foreign debt

Low oil prices and foreign exchange shortages

Political instability

High inflation rates

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country held the second spot in U.S. treasury holdings?

United Kingdom

China

Saudi Arabia

Japan