The far right looks set to take power in Saxony-Anhalt, setting off alarm bells around the world.
Category: Germany
Election preview: Saxony-Anhalt
A German state election raises the possibility of a far-right majority.
Now Germany contemplates a change
The German prime minister's anti-immigrant rhetoric has failed to endear him to public opinion.
Bumper European roundup
News from elections in Denmark, Slovenia, Spain and Germany, plus a referendum in Italy.
Grand coalition again
Germany takes a step towards forming a new government, with the centre-right set to lead, as expected, a coalition with its historic rival.
Europe, unsteadily, stands up
With the prospect of having to fend for themselves in a hostile world, Europe's leaders are preparing to put a lot more money into defence.
Germany’s unexpected cliffhanger
It was a nail-biting count, but Germany's Christian Democrats and Social Democrats have won a majority between them. Now they need to agree on a government: it won't be easy, but there is no alternative.
Election preview: Germany
Germany goes to the polls on Sunday, with up to seven parties set to win representation and a difficult task of coalition-building ahead.
Germany goes even earlier
A German election draws closer, with some hopes of a recovery by the centre-left incumbents.
Germany’s political failure
While the world's attention has been distracted, Germany's governing coalition has fallen apart. An election early in 2025 is likely.
The World is Not Enough 