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AfD victory in Saxony-Anhalt sparks political tension

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Latest: Björn Engholm criticizes AfD election success in Saxony-Anhalt

The AfD has secured a historic victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state election, winning approximately 44% of the vote and 39 seats. While falling just three seats short of an absolute majority, the result marks the strongest

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German AfD faces growing legal and security countermeasures

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Latest: Auschwitz survivor calls for ban on AfD party

By mid-September 2026, the political landscape in Germany shifted significantly following the AfD’s historic victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state election, where the party secured 43.8 percent of the vote and 39 of 83 seat

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Germany: Merz faces legitimacy crisis and AfD surge

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Latest: Germany tax reform faces political pressure over relief levels

The legitimacy crisis facing Chancellor Friedrich Merz intensified in August 2026, marked by historic low approval ratings and internal CDU friction. Following the September 6 Saxony-Anhalt state election, the CDU suffer

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Lower Saxony election eligibility controversy

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Latest: German court bars three AfD politicians from Lower Saxony elections

In July 2026, the Lower Saxony parliament amended the Niedersächsisches Kommunalwahlgesetz to allow election committees to consult intelligence reports when assessing a candidate’s commitment to the free democratic order

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German political debate over Ukraine and Russian influence

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Latest: Germany: Chancellor Merz faces low approval and coalition tension

Political tensions in Germany regarding Russian influence and support for Ukraine have intensified. Ukrainian Ambassador Oleksii Makeiev accused certain German political parties, specifically the far-right Alternative fo

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AfD surge, internal strife and election polls

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Latest: AfD political rise sparks debate in Germany

The AfD continues to experience significant political shifts and internal friction. In Saxony-Anhalt, the party’s state association hired a right-wing activist with ties to the Identitarian Movement to manage its website

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EU response to Russian disinformation

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Latest: Germany utilizes AI tools to combat disinformation and simplify election programs

By early August 2026, German authorities identified a significant Russian-directed disinformation effort dubbed “Operation Matrjoschka” (also referred to as “Operation Overload”), targeting the upcoming September state e

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AfD migration policy and rhetoric

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Latest: AfD accused of using dual strategy in migration policy

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has intensified its focus on migration policy through both public campaigning and internal rhetoric. During a rally in Berlin, the party proposed a mandatory community work requirement f

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Sven Schulze political campaign challenges

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Latest: Sven Schulze faces criticism after canceling media appearances

Saxony-Anhalt Minister-President Sven Schulze (CDU) has faced significant political challenges ahead of the September state elections. Schulze, who assumed the state chancellery from Reiner Haseloff in January 2026, has

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Germany antisemitism policy and AfD firewall

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Latest: Felix Klein criticizes Israeli settlement policy

In late July 2026, Federal Antisemitism Commissioner Felix Klein reflected on the state of antisemitic hate in Germany, noting a surge of incidents after the October 2023 Hamas attack and highlighting structural gains su

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Germany security & LGBTQ debate after Berlin Pride attack

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Latest: Berlin Pride attack: Victims transition to long-term support

On 26 July 2026, 21-year-old Abdul Ballout drove a white van into the crowd at Berlin’s Christopher Street Day Pride parade, killing a 65-year-old Polish woman and wounding approximately thirty people. Ballout, a German

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AfD internal disputes and legal challenges for candidates

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Latest: Arno Bausemer faces investigations for assault and suspected drunk driving

In July 2026, the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) faced internal conflicts and legal challenges across several German states. The federal party board launched a disciplinary procedure against North Rhine-Westphalia sta

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Berlin Wall 65th anniversary commemorations

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Latest: Germany marks 65 years since Berlin Wall construction

In August 2026, Germany marked the 65th anniversary of the Berlin Wall’s construction with extensive public remembrance activities. From 13 to 17 August, cultural institutions across Berlin hosted a programme of free eve

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