Supporters of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party erupted in cheers following strong results in the state election in Saxony-Anhalt. The outcome places the AfD on the cusp of power in a German state, a development unseen for a far-right party in the country's post-World War II history.
Despite the significant gains, the AfD did not secure an absolute majority, which would have allowed them to govern the state independently. The election results signify a notable shift in the political landscape of eastern Germany, where the AfD has found substantial support.