The assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has elicited strong reactions from leaders around the world. The attack, which occurred just before the Republican National Convention, has been condemned universally.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed his shock and sent best wishes to Trump and his family. He emphasized that political violence is unacceptable. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the incident and wished Trump a speedy recovery, highlighting that violence has no place in politics.
French President Emmanuel Macron labeled the attack a tragedy for democracies and extended his condolences to the victims. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reiterated that political violence is never acceptable and expressed his concern for those affected. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, alongside his wife Sara, prayed for Trump’s safety and swift recovery.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz described the attack as despicable and a threat to democracy. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed relief at reports that Trump was safe and condemned the violence at the rally. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni followed the updates with apprehension and expressed her solidarity with Trump, hoping for a peaceful electoral campaign.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida emphasized the need to stand firm against any form of violence that challenges democracy. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the shooting and expressed relief that Trump was safe, extending his condolences to the victims’ families.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov commented on the broader implications for political stability, and China’s Foreign Ministry expressed concern over the attack, highlighting the need for maintaining democratic processes.
The unified global response underscores the severity of the attack and the shared commitment to protecting democratic values and condemning political violence.
