In a surprising turn of events, Germany’s hard-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD), has scored a major victory in the state election in Thuringia. The party, known for its anti-immigration stance, secured nearly a third of the votes, putting them ahead of the conservative CDU and the three governing parties in Germany.
This win marks a significant milestone for the AfD, as it is their first victory in a state parliament election since World War Two. However, despite their success, the party is unlikely to form a government in Thuringia as other parties are hesitant to work with them.
The AfD also performed strongly in the neighboring state of Saxony, coming in a close second to the CDU. In both states, the traditional mainstream parties have been overshadowed by the rise of the far-right AfD.
These results highlight the growing influence of the AfD and the shifting political landscape in Germany. It will be interesting to see how the party’s success in these state elections will impact national politics moving forward.
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