What is next for Germany?
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For the first time since the second world war, a German state is on the brink of electing a far-right government after voters in Saxony-Anhalt in the former communist east gave the anti-immigration, pro-Kremlin Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party a thumping first-place finish of 44%, just short of an absolute majority. Subscribe to Guardian Australia on YouTube and hit the bell to see new videos ► https://www.youtube.com/@guardianaustralia?sub_confirmation=1 Why is the AfD’s state victory significant and what might happen next in German politics? Guardian Australia’s Rafqa Touma spoke with Berlin correspondent Deborah Cole. #germany #afd #farright #saxonyanhalt #politics #election
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