Press Review from September 8-11, 2026: Key Topics in Print

On September 9, several national newspapers highlighted the victory of the far-right AfD in the elections in Saxony-Anhalt. German Chancellor Merz described the result as a 'shock vote,' but stated that he would remain in his position. Brussels has termed the results 'a threat.'

Additionally, the press review reported talks between Ukrainian President Zelensky and American envoys Witkoff and Kushner, indicating that there were 'advances' in the negotiations. A femicide case drew attention, particularly the case of Lorena Isceri, with the autopsy revealing that the woman was alive at the time of her fall from the overpass on the A1.

In the September 10 editions, newspapers emphasized the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. There were reports of the risk that Zelensky's flight was nearly struck by a drone during takeoff in Moldova, while a naval battle between the United States and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz was also reported.

Regarding German politics, it was announced that the scheduled phone call between Merz and Trump, who would have celebrated the AfD's success, was canceled, thus shifting the dynamics of both domestic and foreign politics.

The next day, on September 11, newspapers continued to closely follow the developments in the war in Ukraine and the repercussions for international relations, maintaining a high focus on the global security situation. Sanctions imposed by twelve countries on settlers in the West Bank and discussions on the new Italian electoral law were also major topics.

Finally, the sports scene included news on the Champions League results, notably the defeat of Napoli against Arsenal, which was highlighted as a significant aspect of the current sports landscape.