Voting is underway in Saxony-Anhalt, where the far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) is expected to lead in regional elections, potentially reshaping Germany’s political dynamics. With nearly 1.7 million eligible voters, polling stations remain open until 6pm, after which exit polls may reveal whether the party could achieve a governing majority. The results could mark a significant shift in the state’s political direction.
Polling stations open in Saxony-Anhalt with anti-immigration party AfD predicted to gain 41% vote sharePolls have opened in the east German state of Saxony-Anhalt, where the populist, far-right, anti-immigration Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) is predicted to emerge on top in an election that could have a groundbreaking effect on Germany’s political landscape.About 1.7 million people are eligible to vote. Polling booths opened at 8am local time and will close at 6pm, when exit polls are expected to deliver an initial indication of whether the AfD has secured enough votes for an absolute majority, enabling it to govern the state. Continue reading...
