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German Far-Right AfD Eyes State Election Breakthrough Amid Extremist Ties
Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is poised to potentially win a regional election in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt, which could mark the first time a far-right party holds state-level power in Germany since World War II. The party's rise, partly fueled by social media, has raised security concerns and fears of a potential breakthrough. Despite efforts to moderate its image, the AfD remains privately associated with extremists, according to reports. The election outcome in Saxony-Anhalt is being watched as a potential bellwether for the far-right's influence in Europe.
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