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In 2022, ICJ held hearings on Ukraine’s case against Russia under the Genocide Convention.

Ukraine accused Russia of falsely claiming genocide to justify its invasion.

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Mean = Total sum ÷ 3 → Total = 15 × 3 = 45

Given ages = 10 and 20 → Sum = 30

Third age = 45 − 30 = 15

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In 2022, Turkey hosted direct talks between US and Russian intelligence chiefs.

Ankara played a neutral mediator role amid tensions over the Ukraine war.

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The 2022 monsoon floods impacted an estimated 33 million people across Pakistan, representing nearly 15% of the country’s population.

It was one of the worst natural disasters in Pakistan’s history—submerging about one‑third of the country, displacing around 8 million people, and leaving over 20 million in need of humanitarian aid.

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In 2024, Russia became the first major country to formally recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan.

This move marked a significant diplomatic development despite most countries withholding formal recognition.

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Mariupol was besieged from Feb 24 to May 20, 2022, during the Russia-Ukraine war, facing nonstop bombardment and eventual Russian capture.

The siege caused mass destruction (90% buildings destroyed) and heavy civilian losses, making it one of the war's worst humanitarian crises.

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Rabi crops are sown in winter (October–December) and harvested in spring (March–April).

Wheat is the major Rabi crop, especially in Pakistan and India.

Kharif crops are sown in summer (April–June) and harvested in autumn (September–October).

Rice is the major Kharif crop, grown during the monsoon season.

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In 2023, Pakistan faced a severe balance-of-payments crisis due to rising imports and low reserves.

This caused currency devaluation, inflation, and debt repayment issues—crippling the economy.

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A high-level meeting between the US and Russia took place in Saudi Arabia, specifically in Riyadh.

This meeting, which included US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, focused on potential paths to end the war in Ukraine.

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On September 4, 2022, Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) officially ended its ceasefire agreement with the Pakistani government.

The group resumed attacks, citing lack of progress in peace talks.