Saxonia-Anhalt organizează alegeri de stat cruciale pentru Merz

Over 1.7 million voters in Saxony-Anhalt are participating in a regional election seen as a crucial test for Chancellor Friedrich Merz's coalition. The far-right AfD party leads in polls with over 40% support, aiming for an absolute majority. A strong performance by AfD could increase pressure on Merz's government, which is losing popularity. The outcome also depends on smaller parties crossing the 5% electoral threshold, which would reduce AfD's chances of a majority. CDU has ruled out a coalition with AfD and also cannot partner with Die Linke due to internal rules. Voting stations are open until 6 PM, with 26% of voters still undecided.