Mass protests across Germany against right-wing extremism show how the AfD debate is becoming an institutional and economic risk.
France warned CNews it could face criminal proceedings if former RT France chief Ksenia Fedorova returns to its programming by video link.
AfD’s projected win in Saxony-Anhalt drew sharp reactions from Poland, France and the Czech Republic, exposing wider European economic and political strains.
AfD’s 43.8 percent win in Saxony-Anhalt leaves no clear governing majority and raises major questions over energy, sanctions and eastern Germany’s economy.
Germany’s CDU/CSU support falls to 20%, with far-right AfD leading polls ahead of key state elections, reflecting volatile voter behavior and shifting political allegiances.
Russian-linked bot networks have intensified disinformation efforts targeting German regional elections, spreading fake media to sway voter opinions in eastern states.
German President Steinmeier urges Europe to resist lawless great power tactics, emphasizing the need for international order, economic reform, and confronting rising far-right extremism.
A recent Insa poll finds 45% of Germans oppose banning the far-right AfD, which leads CDU/CSU by 8%. The divided public opinion reflects broader questions about political isolation and democratic resilience in Germany.
The Communist Party of Austria has secured a second consecutive victory in Graz’s municipal elections by focusing on housing policies and pragmatic governance amidst a shifting political landscape.
Far-right businessman Abelardo de la Espriella wins Colombia’s presidency, promising deregulation and militarized crime control, signaling a shift from leftist reforms under Gustavo Petro.
Former RT France head Ksenia Fedorova joins French right-wing channel CNews after EU bans Russia Today, highlighting media ownership and geopolitical influence.
Sources close to Chancellor Friedrich Merz dismiss claims of his early replacement as unfounded, despite declining public support and media speculation amid Germany’s political challenges.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon confirms candidacy for France's 2027 presidential election, setting the stage for a far-left versus far-right contest amid pivotal economic and political shifts.