International Desk (EFE).- Alternative for Germany’s (AfD) decisive victory in Saxony-Anhalt brings the party to the threshold of an absolute majority, putting it on the verge of forming the country’s first far-right regional government.
AfD’s strong surge in these elections reflects a broader trend across many European nations, where far-right parties have already entered central and regional governments.
The European political landscape reveals a far right that is diverse in its alliances but shares common patterns, notably a strong nationalist and identity-driven focus.
The far right in government
In Italy, Giorgia Meloni has just set a record for tenure as prime minister. After 1,412 days, her government is now the longest-lasting in Italy, surpassing Silvio Berlusconi’s second term (2001-2005). The “Meloni era” in the country has been defined by tougher immigration controls.
