Merz to respond as Germany’s far-right AfD wins key state election – Europe live
Following the AfD’s victory in Saxony‑Anhalt, Germany’s leading opposition party, the CDU, said its leader Friedrich Merz will outline a response. The far‑right party secured the most seats but fell short of a governing majority, creating uncertainty about coalition formation and the state’s political direction. Analysts note the result may influence national politics in the coming weeks.