China

Air Force Secretary Troy Meink has confirmed the US deployment of on-orbit space control weapons, drawing immediate warnings of a new arms race from China and Russia.

Typhoon Dolphin has made landfall on China's densely populated east coast, bringing torrential rain, strong winds, and the evacuation of over one million residents.

Over 1.7 million residents have been evacuated across eastern China following the landfall of Typhoon Bavi, which has brought severe winds and flooding to the region. The storm continues to impact East Asia, complicating recovery efforts from previous extreme weather events.

Beijing's launch of a nuclear-capable ballistic missile into the South Pacific has drawn condemnation from regional leaders and the United States. The move highlights China’s growing nuclear triad capabilities and the ongoing geopolitical friction across the Pacific.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the fatal blaze at the Huiteng Shoes factory in Fujian province, which trapped workers and prompted calls for stricter safety enforcement.