https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/memory-wars-election-clash-over-germany-s-nazi-past-as-afd-eyes-power-in-eastContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/memory-wars-election-clash-over-germany-s-nazi-past-as-afd-eyes-power-in-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/memory-wars-election-clash-over-germany-s-nazi-past-as-afd-eyes-power-in-east#u55993Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:50:33 +0000The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has targeted the iconic Bauhaus school of design as a cultural battleground ahead of landmark state elections. This internal political pressure coincides with an increase in Russian hybrid warfare, including drone incursions into European airspace. Between August 2024 and February 2026, 144 cases of drone intrusions were confirmed, with a specific incident in Leipzig signaling a more severe Russian threat. These twin pressures from the AfD and external Russian campaigns create significant challenges for Germany's leadership.Why it mattersT https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/memory-wars-election-clash-over-germany-s-nazi-past-as-afd-eyes-power-in-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/memory-wars-election-clash-over-germany-s-nazi-past-as-afd-eyes-power-in-east#u51841Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:01:35 +0000The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is gaining momentum in eastern state elections, particularly in Saxony-Anhalt, with some polls indicating it may become the leading party. The AfD's rise is attributed to nostalgia for communist East Germany and concerns over the state's economic and demographic challenges. The party's success has sparked concerns about the potential for extremist ideologies to gain traction in Germany.Why it mattersThe elections in Saxony-Anhalt are seen as a crucial test for the AfD, which has been gaining popularity in recent years. The party&