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“All politics is local,” as the saying goes. But when it comes to the decisions made by politicians in the United States, the effects can often be felt around the world.

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Reports & Analysis

Why the US is going after the International Criminal Court

Why the US is going after the International Criminal Court

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ramped up his criticism of the International Criminal Court in The Hague.Politics07/17/2026July 17, 2026

MAGA’s meddling in European politics

MAGA’s meddling in European politics

US President Donald Trump and his allies have openly backed right wing candidates across Europe.Politics07/17/2026July 17, 202620:49 min

Fact check: Trump revives US election fraud claims

Fact check: Trump revives US election fraud claims

DW fact-checks Trump’s claims of Chinese hacking, voter fraud and non-citizen voter registrations.Politics07/17/2026July 17, 2026

How new PM Andy Burnham will change UK’s international role

How new PM Andy Burnham will change UK’s international role

From northwest England to the global stage: Andy Burnham becomes Britain’s new prime minister on Monday.Politics07/17/2026July 17, 2026

When an email brings ICE to your door

When an email brings ICE to your door

A lawsuit in the US is raising questions about the limits of free speech online and the power of the state.Digital World07/16/2026July 16, 202604:01 min

US Democrats reassess after Platner debacle in Maine

US Democrats reassess after Platner debacle in Maine

Democrats are scrambling in Maine after their Senate candidate dropped out when a woman said he sexually assaulted her.Politics07/16/2026July 16, 202604:45 minShow moreSkip next section In the spotlight

In the spotlight

ICE targets South Asians for removal from United States

The story of an interpreter held by ICE shows that South Asians are as a much a target of immigration agents as anyone.Politics07/15/2026July 15, 202603:44 min

EU defense remains heavily reliant on the United States

DW looks at EU efforts to develop counterparts to Patriot and Tomahawk missiles, F-35 jets, and Starlink internet.Politics07/12/2026July 12, 2026

Could AI help al-Qaeda and other groups plan terror attacks?

A study suggests that about one-third of AI chatbots might help extremist groups plot attacks if asked the right way.Conflicts07/12/2026July 12, 2026

NATO should stop ‘obsessing’ over Trump: Ben Hodges

After the NATO summit in Turkey, what comes next for the alliance? Retired US Army commander Ben Hodges speaks to DW. Politics07/11/2026July 11, 202616:47 min

Crypto boosts Trump family fortune since White House return

Critics see reasons for concern over conflicts of interest as the US president reports $1.4 billion in crypto gainsPolitics07/11/2026July 11, 202611:18 min

One nation under god? 250 years of USA

The 250th anniversary of the United States: Trump’s administration tells a patriotic success story.Culture07/06/2026July 6, 202608:46 minAll content (10000) on this topic

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