AfD poised to lead Saxony-Anhalt, a political earthquake in Germany

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is making strong gains in the Saxony-Anhalt elections.

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The far-right party could lead a German region for the first time.

This outcome is a setback for Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his government.

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