Erfurt

AfD leaders emphasized their goal of entering government at state and federal levels during their party conference in Erfurt. Germany reported a record number of travel complaints in the first half of 2026.

Tens of thousands of far-left protesters clashed with police in Erfurt, Germany, during demonstrations against the conservative Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. Police reported over 30,000 attendees and approximately 100 law violations, primarily graffiti, while AfD re-elected its co-leaders during a delayed party conference. Antifascist groups criticized AfD's policies and claimed the protests aimed to block the party's convention.

Thousands protested against Germany’s far-right AfD party during its annual conference in Erfurt, where leaders Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla were re-elected. The AfD highlighted its growing influence in national polls and criticized mainstream rivals, while protesters blocked access to the event.

Mass protests occurred in Germany around the far-right AfD party's congress in Erfurt. Demonstrators staged a sit-in at Gothaer Platz to block access to the Messe Erfurt fairground where the AfD congress was held on July 4-5, 2026.

AfD party delegates are meeting in Erfurt as tens of thousands protest the event. Jürgen Klopp stated he is ready to become Germany's head coach.

Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party re-elected its leaders Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla at a national convention in Erfurt, despite protests and clashes with police. The event coincided with the 100-year anniversary of a Nazi Party meeting nearby, drawing criticism and large demonstrations against the AfD, which has seen rising political support but faces calls for a ban.

Riot police clashed with protesters in Erfurt, Germany, as the far-right AfD held its biennial national conference. Thousands of police were deployed to manage 20,000 protesters attempting to block roads and prevent AfD delegates from attending. The party is expected to re-elect Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla as co-leaders ahead of regional elections where AfD could gain state-level power for the first time.

Thousands of protesters from unions, civil society, and left-wing parties gathered in Erfurt to disrupt the annual conference of Germany's far-right AfD party.

Thousands of protesters in Germany opposed the far-right AfD party during its annual congress in Erfurt. The AfD's co-leader claimed the protests would strengthen the party, which is currently Germany's most popular according to polling and aims to win upcoming state elections. Opposition groups and other political parties have sought to block the AfD from federal government roles.

German police clashed with protesters attempting to disrupt a far-right AfD party convention in Erfurt. The Alternative for Germany party, the nation's largest opposition party, aims to extend its co-leaders' tenure during the event.

AfD party members met in Erfurt as thousands of protesters blocked roads, while firefighters in Stuttgart struggled with a major blaze.

Alternative for Germany (AfD) held a national convention in Erfurt to elect leaders, with protesters clashing with police. The event coincided with the 100-year anniversary of a Nazi Party meeting, drawing criticism. AfD aims to extend the terms of leaders Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla and seeks to gain a majority in an upcoming Saxony-Anhalt election.

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party held a national convention in Erfurt to elect leaders, with protesters clashing with police. The event coincided with the 100-year anniversary of a Nazi Party meeting nearby, drawing criticism over symbolism. AfD aims to extend the terms of leaders Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla and seeks to capitalize on government unpopularity ahead of a state election in Saxony-Anhalt.

Thousands in Germany protested against the far-right AfD party in Erfurt, blocking roads to its annual conference. The protest involved unions, civil society groups, and left-wing parties as police were deployed ahead of the event.

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is gaining momentum, capitalizing on government unpopularity and aiming for power in eastern regional elections. The party seeks a 40% vote share in Saxony-Anhalt's September 6 election, with aspirations to lead a state government for the first time, despite mainstream parties refusing cooperation and security concerns.

The AfD's federal party convention in Erfurt faces major external protests, while Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla are re-elected as co-chairs without opposition. Although Björn Höcke does not run for office, his close associate is expected to join the executive board, and his agenda item on the Unvereinbarkeitsliste (incompatibility list) raises concerns. Bodo Ramelow of the Left Party condemns violent protests against the event.

German police are preparing for large-scale protests at the far-right AfD's conference in Erfurt, with concerns about potential violence from left-wing extremists. The event occurs as AfD leads national polls and faces a critical test in eastern German states.

Erfurt has been ranked Germany’s happiest city in a nationwide survey. German exports have also seen a surprise third consecutive monthly increase.