AfD wins Saxony-Anhalt state election but lacks majority

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The Guardian — 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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Saxony-Anhalt state election results confirm AfD as winners.
AfD obtains no overall majority in the state parliament.
Possible outcomes discussed include defections, minority government, or snap election.
German chancellor Friedrich Merz expected to respond around lunch.
European reactions and reactions from politicians and media are noted.

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🇬🇧 United Kingdom (outlet HQ)
topics: Politics · language: eng

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published 7 Sept, 07:43Z
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