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AfD wins Saxony-Anhalt regional election

Alternative for Germany (AfD) has won a regional election in Saxony-Anhalt, a result described as a resounding victory that has sparked alarm, including from Holocaust survivors. Analysts said the vote gives fresh momentum to hard-right parties hoping to win elections across Europe next year.

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Alternative for Germany: Who are the far-right party clinching victory in Saxony-Anhalt? Sky News – World
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AfD state election victory and government formation effort in Saxony-Anhalt

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The Alternative for Germany (AfD) won the Saxony-Anhalt state election with about 44% of the vote but fell three seats short of an outright majority, leaving it unable to govern alone and seeking support from other parties to form a government.

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In this event Germany's far-right AfD says 'democracy demands' parties work with them after state election win Earlier coverage
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Alternative for Germany: Who are the far-right party clinching victory in Saxony-Anhalt?Sky News – World
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Alternative for Germany: Who are the far-right party clinching victory in Saxony-Anhalt?

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AfD Victory in Saxony-Anhalt Sends a Signal to EuropeNYTimes – World
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AfD Victory in Saxony-Anhalt Sends a Signal to Europe

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