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Far-right AfD wins German state election

Far-right Alternative for Germany party wins big in regional election but falls short of majority

The far-right Alternative for Germany party surged to a resounding victory in a regional election Sunday, but fell a little short of winning a majority in its quest to form the country’s first far-rig...

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German far-right party set for strong win in regional election but uncertain of governing

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AfD’s Election Win Tests Germany’s Strategy Against Far Right

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Germany takes a chilling turn to the far right

If there was any doubt radical change is under way in Germany, it was answered this weekend by voters in Saxony-Anhalt.

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Mass deportations and separate schools for refugees: The far-right AfD’s vision for Germany

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Germany's far-right AfD says it has ‘clear mandate' after winning state election

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Analysis-Saxony-Anhalt election delivers a blow to Merz and a warning to Europe

In an increasingly polarized political system, Merz, whose personal approval ratings have sunk to record lows, was one of the main targets of voter ire over the cost of living, pensions and economic i...

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Landslide victory for Germany's far-right AfD in state election piles pressure on Chancellor Merz

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Why is far-right AfD’s state victory significant and what might happen next in German politics?

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German vote shows rise of far right in Europe, but it hasn’t been a steady march

The first victory of the Alternative for Germany in a state election has renewed fears of an ascendant far-right in Europe, as voters repeatedly vent discontent and mainstream leaders grapple with myr...

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What do AfD's gains mean for Germany and the rest of Europe?

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The far right’s win in Germany is sending a chill through the establishment in Europe

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Charismatic candidate propels German far-right party to victory after giving it a friendly face

Ulrich Siegmund, a charismatic 35-year-old who gave the far-right Alternative for Germany a friendly face and combined promises of a better future with a touch of nostalgia, has led the party to its s...

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Germany's far-right AfD says 'democracy demands' parties work with them after state election win

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Germany's Merz shocked by far-right state election triumph but doubles down on unpopular reforms

Who is voting for the far-right Alternative for Germany?

The far-right Alternative for Germany surged to a record 44 per cent in regional elections in Saxony-Anhalt on Sunday — its best-ever result.

AfD landslide sets stage for next eastern German election battles

The Alternative for Germany's (AfD) resounding victory in Saxony-Anhalt gives the far-right party "momentum" heading into two more state elections in eastern Germany, political scientist Thorsten

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Germany’s far-right AfD is poised for power – and split on whether to cozy up to Trump

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is speeding into state elections in Saxony-Anhalt on Sunday with a sizeable lead in the polls. If the party gets an outright majority, it will mark the first time the far right has won an absolute majority in a state election since World War II.

Reuters

Germany's Merz accuses far-right AfD of calling for 'ethnic cleansing'

BERLIN, Sept 9 (Reuters) - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Wednesday accused the Alternative for Germany of supporting ‌Russia against Germany's interests and advocating anti-migration policies that were tantamount to "ethnic cleansing".

Germany's 'most dangerous man'? AfD's Ulrich Siegmund poised for power

After leading the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) to a resounding victory in Saxony-Anhalt, Ulrich Siegmund could become the youngest ever premier of a German state. The AfD earned 43.

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Labour minister compares Reform UK to far-right Alternative for Germany party

“I see them in the same political bracket,” said Emma Reynolds.

The Christian Science Monitor

Far-right opposition party divides Germany as its popularity grows

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the Monitor because it sees good journalism as vital to ...

What next for Alternative for Germany after its victory in Saxony-Anhalt?

Far-right party is short of three seats in the state’s parliament to lead a regional government — and make postwar history