The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has surged to first place in state elections in Saxony-Anhalt, winning 44% of the vote. But the anti-immigrant, pro-Russian party fell three seats short of an absolute majority, meaning it must either find a coalition partner or try to rule from a minority position.

The far-right German political party Alternative for Germany could win a historical victory in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt in key elections this Sunday. The party’s agenda…

The anti-immigrant, pro-Kremlin Alternative for Germany is poised to break through at a state election on the weekend, rocking Europe’s political establishment.

AfD could become first far-right party to head state post-World War 2