Germany's far-right wins historic victory

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party achieved a historic victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state elections, securing 43.8% of the vote and 39 out of 83 seats. This brought it closer to leading the local government, especially since the issue had been considered a permanent ban on far-right parties reaching power since the end of World War II. Although the party needs 42 seats to form a government on its own, most major parties refuse to cooperate with it, making the formation of a new government more complicated. This victory comes after Chancellor Friedrich Merz's party, which came in second with 17.2%, experienced a decline. The political landscape is shifting, reflecting issues related to immigration, identity, and relations with Russia, particularly in eastern Germany. This win raises questions about the possibility of far-right parties returning to power through elections, despite Germany remaining a democratic country with constitutional institutions that strictly prevent far-right parties from gaining control. However, the lowering of political barriers indicates serious changes in the German and European political scene overall.

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