Question

Consider the following countries:
A. Egypt
B. Israel
C. Jordan
D. Saudi Arabia

How many of the above countries have a border with the Gulf of Aqaba (Aqubah)?

1. Only one country
2. Only two countries
3. Only three countries
4. All the four countries

Answer:
4. All the four countries

Explanation:
The Gulf of Aqaba is a northeastern arm of the Red Sea. All four countries—Egypt, Israel, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia—have a coastline along the Gulf of Aqaba:

1. Egypt: The Sinai Peninsula forms the western shore of the Gulf.
2. Israel: Israel has a small coastline near Eilat, its southernmost city.
3. Jordan: Jordan has access to the Gulf through Aqaba, its key port.
4. Saudi Arabia: The eastern shore of the Gulf is part of Saudi Arabia.

Sources:

1. National Geographic
2. CIA World Factbook