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Politics · European UnionPutin blames Western globalists for European events and Ukraine conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that events in Europe, including the AfD's success in a German state election, stem from "system errors" by Western globalists. He also reiterated his view that the West's actions caused the conflict in Ukraine.
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Politics · RussiaAfD Wins Saxony-Anhalt Election, First Far-Right State Victory
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has won state elections in Saxony-Anhalt, according to exit polls. This marks the first time a far-right party has achieved such a result in modern German history, though it is unclear if the AfD can form a government alone.
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Politics · European UnionAfD attacks Bauhaus art movement ahead of Saxony-Anhalt election
Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has targeted the Bauhaus art movement, calling it an 'aberration of modernism' in its election program. The attacks have drawn criticism from the country's culture minister, who compared the language to that used by Nazis.
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PoliticsMagdeburg Pride parade draws thousands ahead of state election
Thousands attended the annual pride parade in Magdeburg, Germany, on Saturday, August 22, 2026, to advocate for LGBT rights. The event took place with increased security measures and ahead of a state election where the far-right AfD party is expected to perform strongly.
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PoliticsThorsten Legat criticises Chancellor Merz, quits reality TV
Former footballer Thorsten Legat has criticised Chancellor Friedrich Merz, stating he is ashamed to be German and fears the rise of the AfD. Legat also announced his departure from reality television.
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Politics · European UnionChemnitz University rejects Voigt's appeal against doctorate withdrawal
The Technical University of Chemnitz upheld its decision to withdraw Mario Voigt's doctorate following plagiarism allegations in his 2008 dissertation. Voigt's lawyer announced plans to sue, while political allies and opponents reacted to the ruling, which follows months of scrutiny and a failed no-confidence vote.
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