AfD's Saxony-Anhalt election win triggers nationwide protests in Germany
The far-right party's state election victory on Sunday prompted demonstrations across Germany on Monday, with some protesters calling for the party to be banned.
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) won Sunday's state election in Saxony-Anhalt, prompting protests across the country on Monday. Demonstrators called for a unified response against the party, which some members have praised Nazis, according to protest organizers.
Some protesters have called for the AfD to be banned, while others attributed the party's success to failures by mainstream political parties to address voter concerns.
Sources
- ‘Truly terrifying’: AfD election win sparks protests across Germany — France 24 — English
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