Voters in Germany cast their ballots on Sunday for a pivotal regional election in Saxony-Anhalt, an area in the former East Germany where the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is projected to take a decisive victory.
According to France 24 correspondent Nick Holdsworth, the far-right, anti-immigrant party—which maintains friendly relations with Moscow and former US President Donald Trump—is expected to win an easy majority in the state parliament.
The election, held on September 6, 2026, marks a significant moment for German politics, as the AfD consolidates its position in the eastern states where it has seen rising popularity.
Another day, another shock. We must stay informed and vote responsibly regardless of the current polling trends.
Does anyone know what their specific plans are for Saxony-Anhalt? I just see headlines about Moscow ties.
Really surprised they are securing a majority. I thought mainstream parties would push back harder against this narrative.
This is alarming. The AfD gaining such a strong foothold in the east shows how deeply divided Germany has become.