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Far-right crushes in Saxony-Anhalt but fails to secure absolute majority in German state

RTP Notícias7 September 2026 at 05:50

The far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) won the elections in the state of Saxony-Anhalt on Sunday, in a record result that, although without an absolute majority, shakes the country's political landscape.

The AfD achieved a historic vote in this eastern German state, consolidating its position as a significant political force in the region. However, the results were not sufficient to secure the absolute majority needed to govern alone.

This result represents a significant milestone in German politics, showing the continued growth of the far-right in the country. The AfD's victory in Saxony-Anhalt may have important implications for the upcoming federal elections and for the balance of power in the German political landscape.

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