Chinese navy and coast guard vessels surge to 101 ships near Philippine outposts in South China Sea as territorial confrontations intensify.

At least 12 killed in devastating attack on Saudi airport as Houthi missile campaign threatens wider regional war and potential U.S. intervention.

New congressional maps following court decisions give Democrats structural advantage in 2026 House races despite Republican redistricting efforts.

Democrat Adam Hamilton leads Republican Senator Roger Marshall in Kansas, threatening GOP's 94-year Senate dominance as dissatisfied voters seek change.

Attacks on oil tankers reach highest weekly level since February as strikes threaten critical maritime corridor handling one-fifth of global oil trade.

Yandex facility in Vladimir city shut down after drone attack, marking latest escalation in Ukrainian aerial operations targeting Russian infrastructure.

Democrats reach commanding 93 percent likelihood of retaking House control as forecasters adjust ratings following sustained polling advantages.

Kansas has become an unexpected Senate battleground weeks before midterms, threatening GOP control in a state that hasn't elected a Democrat in 94 years.

Saudi Arabia activates mutual defense agreement with Pakistan and Turkey following deadly strike on civilian aviation infrastructure.

PLA opens third overseas base in Laos as allied forces deploy missile systems to Yonaguni Island near Taiwan.

November 3 elections will decide balance of power in House and Senate, with multiple competitive races across battleground states.

Bipartisan continuing resolution averts October shutdown, delays appropriations debates until after midterm elections.