‘Profoundly shocking’ AfD result signals pivotal moment for Germany
- Posted on September 7, 2026
- By The Times
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In brief
Germany faces a critical political juncture following the Alternative for Germany's strong performance in Saxony-Anhalt elections. The far-right party's gains have intensified scrutiny of Chancellor Friedrich Merz's leadership, with his Christian Democratic Union experiencing significant electoral setbacks. This result underscores deepening shifts in German voter sentiment and raises important questions about the country's political trajectory heading into crucial governance challenges.
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‘Profoundly shocking’ AfD result signals pivotal moment for Germany
The hard-right party’s electoral success in Saxony-Anhalt has piled further pressure on the unpopular chancellor, Friedrich Merz, whose CDU was soundly beaten
