AfD Wins Historic State Victory
The AfD has won a historic victory in Saxony-Anhalt, dramatically shifting the political balance in eastern Germany while falling short of the majority needed to govern alone.
September 10, 2026
AfD Leads Ahead of Saxony-Anhalt Election
The AfD's strong polling comes as Saxony-Anhalt struggles with economic stagnation, high unemployment and an ageing population.
September 4, 2026
AfD Conference Highlights Germany’s Political Polarisation
The AfD’s annual conference in Erfurt highlighted Germany’s increasing political polarisation: tens of thousands protested against the far-right party, while AfD leaders dismissed the demonstrations as anti-democratic.
August 14, 2026
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Germany Warns of Russian Disinformation Ahead of State Elections in Saxony-Anhalt
German authorities say Russia is intensifying disinformation campaigns to influence public opinion and undermine trust ahead of upcoming elections in Saxony-Anhalt in September 2026.
July 27, 2026
The AfD’s Stronghold: Explaining Support in Saxony-Anhalt
With the AfD on the verge of a historic breakthrough, political scientist Jan Niklas Reiche discusses the dynamics shaping Saxony-Anhalt ahead of the 2026 state election.
July 23, 2026
