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German Chancellor Vows to Stay Course Following Saxony-Anhalt Election

German chancellor remains committed to current policies following an AfD victory, as protesters and supporters react in Berlin and Volkswagen plans a factory conversion.

By 8 Sep 2026 · 07:00 CET Updated 8 Sep 2026 · 07:00 CET

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The German chancellor has vowed to stay the course following an Alternative for Germany (AfD) victory in Saxony-Anhalt, according to a news roundup published by The Local on Tuesday, September 8th, 2026.

In response to political developments, thousands of people protested against the far-right in Berlin, while supporters of Donald Trump also held celebrations in the capital.

Additionally, Volkswagen announced plans to convert a car factory for an Israeli defence firm as part of the day's major news stories.

Source: The Local. Read the original report ↗

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