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German press speaks of "earthquake" after AfD's historic victory

RTP Notícias6 September 2026 at 21:50

The German press reacted to the Alternative for Germany's (AfD) historic victory with the term "earthquake," highlighting the magnitude of the result achieved by the far-right party.

The media coverage also highlights the difficulties that arise for the formation of a new government, in a political scenario marked by this historic vote.

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