Far-Right AfD Wins Landmark Victory in German State Election
The Alternative for Germany party secured a decisive win in Saxony-Anhalt’s regional election, marking a major political shift in eastern Germany. The result has sparked widespread concern across Europe regarding the party’s growing influence and potential impact on national governance.
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AfD party’s landslide win in eastern Germany tests country’s ‘firewall’ against the far right - AP News
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Read full article →France stunned by the far-right's victory in Germany's Saxony-Anhalt regional elections
France's political parties quickly responded to Alternative for Germany's (AfD) victory on Sunday, each analyzing the results. Within the far-right Rassemblement National, the win caused considerable discomfort: it severed ties with AfD in the European Parliament in 2024 following ambiguous statements about the role of the SS during World War II.
Read full article →Why is far-right AfD’s state victory significant and what might happen next in German politics?
Aftershocks of party’s win in Saxony-Anhalt will ripple across Germany, with two more state elections this month Europe live – latest updates Germany is reeling from the biggest far-right victory in a state election since the Nazi period after voters in Saxony-Anhalt in the former communist east gave the anti-immigration, pro-Kremlin Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party a thumping first-place finish of 44%, just short of an absolute majority. Continue reading...
By Deborah Cole in Berlin
Read full article →Europe turning right? What AfD's victory in Germany means for Europe, Russia & US
Germany's AfD achieved significant electoral gains, signaling a potential rightward shift across Europe. This development challenges established political norms and impacts international alliances. Mainstream parties may adopt tougher stances on immigration and national sovereignty. The rise of the right presents varied approaches to Russia and Ukraine. This evolving political landscape will shape Europe's future direction and global standing.
By AASHISH SAXENA
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