German churches push back as AfD escalates confrontation in Saxony-Anhalt

The far-right AfD in Saxony-Anhalt has adopted a confrontational stance toward Christian churches, prompting a coordinated response from Catholic and Protestant leaders. The move signals a new front in the party's cultural-political agenda, with church officials expressing both concern and determination. The development is notable as it marks an escalation in church-state tensions in a region where the AfD holds significant political influence.