AfD landslide in Saxony-Anhalt delivers setback for Germany’s governing course

Germany

First seen: Sep 8, 2026, 11:02 AM UTCUpdated: Sep 8, 2026, 11:17 AM UTC

WHAT HAPPENED

The AfD recorded a landslide victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state election, prompting warnings about the strength of the far right. Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he would stay the course.

SO WHAT?

The result could increase political polarization and pressure Germany’s national government and European partners.

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