Thuringia is set to hold its state elections on September 1, 2024, with the political landscape showing significant shifts.

Current polls indicate that the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is leading with 29-30% of the vote, surpassing the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the newly formed Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW).

The Left Party, led by incumbent Minister-President Bodo Ramelow, is trailing with only 13-14%, a stark contrast to its previous dominance in 2019 when it secured 31% of the vote.

The Social Democrats (SPD) and the Greens are also seeing reduced support, with projections of 6-7% and 3-4% respectively.

This election is crucial as it will determine the composition of Thuringia's parliament and potentially shift the balance of power in the region.

The results will be closely watched, especially given the AfD's controversial status and its classification as a right-wing extremist group by the German domestic intelligence agency.

Voter turnout and the performance of smaller parties, including the Free Democratic Party (FDP), will also play a pivotal role in shaping the future political landscape of Thuringia.