European leaders express alarm over far-right AfD's historic state election victory in Germany
Source Summary
Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party achieved a sweeping victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state election, prompting concern from European politicians. France's finance minister characterized the result as a "very, very worrying signal" for Europe.
Why it matters
The AfD's historic state-level victory signals growing far-right political strength in Germany and has triggered direct concern from other European governments.
