Thousands of people converged on Magdeburg Cathedral, in eastern Germany, at a demonstration in defense of democracy. The event took place on the eve of regional elections in Saxony-Anhalt, scheduled for Sunday.
The Alternative for Germany Party (AfD) appears as the favorite to win these regional elections, according to polls. The far-right party has gained significant ground in the region.
The demonstration near the cathedral brought together citizens who wished to express their support for democratic values at a particularly tense political moment in the country.
The elections in Saxony-Anhalt are seen as an important barometer for the political climate in eastern Germany, where the AfD has recorded high levels of popular support.
