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Germany's far-right AfD clear frontrunner in eastern state vote

German voters participate in a crucial regional election in the ex-communist east, where the anti-immigration and Moscow-friendly AfD is expected to win easily.

By 6 Sep 2026 · 07:00 CET Updated 6 Sep 2026 · 07:00 CET

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German voters are heading to the polls on Sunday for a crucial regional election located in the country's ex-communist east. According to The Local, the far-right Alternative for Germany party stands as the clear frontrunner for the vote.

The anti-immigration and Moscow-friendly political party is widely expected by observers to secure an easy victory in the state-level ballot, marking a significant political development in the region.

Source: The Local. Read the original report ↗

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