Peacekeeping Mission | MCQs

Explanation

International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers celebrated on 29 May.

Theme 2022: 

Theme 2023: Peace begins with me

Theme 2024: Fit for the future, building better together

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Explanation

On 18 October 2023, The United States vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution that would have condemned Hamas’ attack on Israel while calling for a pause in the fighting to allow humanitarian assistance into Gaza.

The US was the sole vote against the resolution, with 12 members voting in favour and Russia and the United Kingdom abstaining.

The brief draft resolution was moved by Brazil.

Explanation

The Pine Tree Flag was one of the flags used during the American Revolution.

The flag, which featured a pine tree with the motto "An Appeal to Heaven", or "An Appeal to God", 

Explanation

The olive tree, or more specifically an olive branch, is a symbol of peace and friendship 

The use of the olive branch as a symbol of peace in Western civilization

The use of the olive branch as a symbol in at least the 5th century BC in Greece

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