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The Mediapart front page features a prominent story on the historic victory of the far-right AfD party in the German state of Saxony-Anhalt, detailing their electoral success and the implications for the federal government. Other significant stories include an investigation into a billionaire…
The far-right AfD party achieved a historic victory in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, securing over 44% of the vote, marking a significant defeat for the federal government. The article delves into the party's campaign strategy and its broader implications.
Billionaire Olivier Bouygues is being prosecuted for the alleged organized slaughter of protected species on his private estates in Sologne, an affair that sheds light on hunting practices among the ultra-rich.
The death of Paul Tancre, a member of the traveling community, after a road accident during a police chase in the Oise region has sparked public anger and protests, with the officer involved indicted for vehicular homicide.
The trial has begun for far-right extremists accused of murdering former Argentine rugby international Federico Martin Aramburú, with the case highlighting the violent history of the accused and their ties to extremist groups.
As the trial for the murder of Federico Martin Aramburú approaches, his loved ones and the Basque community remember the beloved former rugby player, deeply affected by his death.
An investigation explores the connections between the alleged murderers of Aramburú and the Rassemblement National party, detailing their past involvement with extremist youth groups.
An analysis of Ulrich Siegmund, the AfD's lead candidate in Saxony-Anhalt, who built a personality-driven campaign focused on unifying themes, despite an underlying identitarian project.
A look back at past reporting on how the economic crisis in Saxony-Anhalt contributed to the rise of the far-right in the region.
Historical context is provided on the appointment of a Nazi minister-president in Anhalt in 1932, drawing parallels to the current rise of the far-right.
