World reacts to AfD victory in east Germany state election

French minister calls AfD’s victory a grave moment, warning of growing nationalism and its impact on European unity.

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has won the regional election in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt, according to preliminary results.

AfD is set to secure 39 seats at the state parliament in Magdeburg, just short of the 42 seats needed ...