Unusual parliamentary session in Saxony-Anhalt

On Wednesday, October 14, a special session was held in the regional parliament of Saxony-Anhalt, as reported by the conservative newspaper Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung. This session was unique because it focused solely on a motion introduced by two far-right parties, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) and the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW).

Motion focused on Russia policy

The motion addressed policy toward Russia and was written on the anniversary of Vladimir Putin, according to Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung. The AfD and BSW, both known for their pro-Russian stance and opposition to immigration, called for an end to arms deliveries to Ukraine, financial support for Kyiv, and sanctions against Russia. They did not mention any of the international law violations or war crimes committed by Moscow.

Motion passed with significant support

The motion was approved by 44 votes out of 83, as reported by the media Ostdeutsche Allgemeine. This outcome surprised and disappointed the other parties present in the chamber. The motion’s approval highlighted the growing influence of the two far-right parties in the regional parliament.

Analysis of the political alliance

According to the Berlin newspaper Berliner Morgenpost, the AfD and BSW demonstrated a willingness to collaborate on substantive issues, not just in regional politics but also on national matters. This partnership includes the far-right AfD and the party led by former left-wing politician Sahra Wagenknecht.