Far-Right AfD Wins Big in German State Election, Exit Polls Show

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has won the state parliament election in Saxony-Anhalt, according to multiple reports. Exit polls cited by BBC and NTV Haber indicate the party secured around 44.5 percent of the vote, a result described as a political earthquake in the country.

The election took place on Sunday, September 6, 2026, with results reported by outlets including Anadolu Agency and Bloomberg HT. NTV Haber reported that the AfD captured 44 percent of the vote, while BBC’s exit polls put the figure at 44.5 percent. The outcome marks a significant victory for the party in the eastern German state.

The result has raised concerns beyond Germany’s borders. Hürriyet reported that the development could fundamentally change Europe, citing unnamed observers. The AfD’s strong performance in Saxony-Anhalt follows a pattern of growing support for the party in former East German states, where it has focused its campaign messaging.

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The exact distribution of seats in the state parliament has not yet been confirmed, as official results are pending. The exit poll figures, however, suggest the AfD has established itself as the dominant political force in the region, ahead of traditional mainstream parties.

What to watch next is how other parties respond to the AfD’s victory, particularly whether they will form a coalition to keep the far-right party from governing, and what impact this result may have on national politics ahead of future federal elections.