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31.
What prompted the US and UK to execute airstrikes in Yemen, targeting Huthi rebels?
Cybersecurity threats
Economic sanctions
Nuclear proliferation
Red Sea shipping attacks
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The airstrikes by the US and UK were in retaliation to the escalating attacks by Iran-backed Huthi rebels on shipping in the Red Sea. The airstrikes aimed to address the security concerns arising from the rebels' actions, which posed a threat to the crucial international sea route.

32.
What is the projected global unemployment rate for the year 2024, as indicated by the International Labour Organization (ILO)?
4.8%
5.0%
5.2%
5.5%
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Labour Organization (ILO) forecasts a slight increase in the global unemployment rate in 2024, reaching 5.2%, up from 5.1% in 2023, as highlighted in the "World Employment and Social Outlook Trends: 2024" report.

33.
Where are the Houthi rebels believed to be based, who are allegedly responsible for the drone attack on the chemical tanker MV Chem Pluto?
Liberia
Japan
Saudi Arabia
Yemen
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Houthi rebels, suspected in the drone attack on MV Chem Pluto, are believed to be based in Yemen and are engaged in a decade-long civil conflict with Yemen's government.