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AfD wins Saxony state election, signals far-right surge in Germany

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) won the state election in Saxony, marking a significant electoral breakthrough for the far-right in a former East German state. This result, while state-level, signals a potential shift in Germany's political landscape and could embolden far-right movements across Europe. The full national implications remain uncertain as coalition dynamics and federal reactions unfold.

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