A sweeping Russia sanctions bill overcame opposition in the House on Wednesday, after many Democrats expressed concern that it would expand President Trump's tariff authorities. The House passed the bill in a 262 to 159 vote on the final day that the lower chamber is in session before lawmakers leave Washington until after Election Day.

Muslim nations are condemning an attempted drone attack on Mecca as Saudi Arabia says that Islam's holiest city is a “red line” for the kingdom.

As a consequence of their failure to reform, contrary to their commitments to the United States, and their ongoing activities that undermine the prospects for peace, the United States will extend sanctions that deny visas to PLO members and PA officials,

The building was previously damaged by an Israeli strike, the local rescue service said. Its fall underscored the precarious conditions of those living among the enclave’s ruins.

Russia is believed to be holding thousands of Ukrainian POWs. Russia is also tormenting the families of these prisoners by contacting their relatives on social media and demanding they help Russia.

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appeared in the International Criminal Court on Wednesday in The Hague, the Netherlands.

Thirteen American troops and about 170 Afghans were killed in a suicide bombing at the airport's Abbey Gate as the U.S. left Afghanistan.

Russians are to elect members of the lower house, the State Duma. They also will cast ballots in local elections.