In the former East Germany, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is on the cusp of becoming the strongest force in regional politics, as it leads in polls ahead of state elections in Saxony and Thuringia. The party, known for its anti-immigration stance...
Far-Right Party on Brink of State Election Success in East Germany Amid Rising Populism
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