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State elections in Saxony and Thuringia

Germany is paying close attention to results of two state elections in eastern Germany ahead of a nationwide vote set for 2025. The far-right populist AfD made gains in Saxony and Thuringia.

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Alternative for Germany (AfD)

Germany's far-right populist AfD has emerged as the strongest party in regional elections in Thuringia and Saxony on September 1, 2024. It's the first time a far-right party won a state election since World War II.

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