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German Regional Elections 2024-2025
Series of regional elections across German states including Saxe-Anhalt, with significant far-right party performance and coalition dynamics.
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2026-09-06 to 2026-11-06 · UTC publication dates
Coverage begins 6 Sept, 18:54 UTC
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What happened
AfD wins 44-44.5% in Saxe-Anhalt regional election
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) received between 44% and 44.5% of the vote in the Saxe-Anhalt regional election held on September 6, according to exit polls from public broadcasters ARD and ZDF. This represents the party's strongest performance in any German regional election to date.
AfD falls short of absolute majority in Saxe-Anhalt parliament
Based on the exit poll results, the AfD would obtain 39 seats in the Saxe-Anhalt regional parliament, while 42 seats are required for an absolute majority. The party therefore cannot govern alone unless final results differ from projections.
CDU receives 18.5% in Saxe-Anhalt election, significant decline from 37%
The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) of Chancellor Friedrich Merz received approximately 18.5% of the vote in the Saxe-Anhalt regional election, down from 37% in the previous election. This represents a historic defeat for the party.
Ulrich Siegmund declares AfD has made history in Saxe-Anhalt
Ulrich Siegmund, the regional leader of the AfD, stated that the party has 'written history' following the election results. He called for fundamental political change in Germany, emphasizing the need for policies focused on national interests.
Record voter turnout expected in Saxe-Anhalt regional election
The Saxe-Anhalt election is expected to see record voter participation, attributed to the high stakes of the election and mobilization of previous abstainers.
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Merz acknowledges AfD's rise reshapes Germany's political landscape
Chancellor Merz acknowledges the AfD's electoral rise fundamentally reshapes Germany's political landscape.
CDU acknowledges AfD's mandate despite falling short of majority
CDU recognizes AfD's electoral mandate as Saxe-Anhalt navigates coalition formation.
Regional election cascade looms as eastern states prepare for September votes
Regional elections cascade into September 2024 as Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Berlin prepare to vote.
Thousands rally against far-right governance prospect in Saxe-Anhalt
Thousands protested in Magdeburg against far-right government prospects in Saxe-Anhalt.
Coalition partners unite to block AfD from government
Coalition parties exclude far-right AfD from government despite 44% election result.
AfD captures 44% in Saxe-Anhalt, CDU support collapses
AfD surges to 44% in Saxe-Anhalt election but lacks majority; CDU drops to 18.5%.