The United States has taken in 1,500 refugees since the start of the Syrian war in 2011, and President Barack Obama has committed to accepting 10,000 more over the coming year. Some 35 percent of those surveyed said that figure was too high.
* World's longest serving current Head of State: King Rama IX of Thailand (since June 9, 1946). * World's longest serving current republican Head of State: President Omar Bongo of Gabon (since November 28, 1967).
UK's longest-reigning monarch, but Queen ranks only 48th in world. Leaders of Holy Roman empire states dominate the global top 10 but the longest-ever ruler was King Sobhuza II of Swaziland, at 82 years and 253 days. The Queen has overtaken Victoriaâs reign of 63 years and 216 days Photograph: Rex Shutterstock.