On July 14, 2024, an assassination attempt on former U.S. President Donald Trump sent shockwaves around the globe. Leaders from various countries swiftly condemned the act of violence and expressed their support and wishes for Trump’s speedy recovery. Here are some of the notable reactions from world leaders and prominent figures:
Reactions from North America
Canada
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed his horror at the incident:
“I was sickened by the shooting. There is no place for political violence.”
United States
In the U.S., there was a rare moment of bipartisan unity as both Republicans and Democrats condemned the attack. President Joe Biden addressed the nation, emphasizing the need to lower the political temperature:
“We are not enemies.”
Reactions from Latin America
Argentina
President Javier Milei condemned the assassination attempt and attributed it to political extremism:
“Trump was the victim of a cowardly assassination attempt that put his life and that of hundreds of people at risk.”
Brazil
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva called for a strong repudiation of the attack:
“The incident is unacceptable and must be strongly condemned by all defenders of democracy.”
Former President Jair Bolsonaro also expressed his solidarity, drawing parallels with his own experience of political violence:
“This — to understand — is something that comes from above.”
Reactions from Europe
United Kingdom
Prime Minister Keir Starmer was appalled by the violence:
“Political violence in any form has no place in our societies.”
France
President Emmanuel Macron expressed his indignation:
“It is a drama for our democracies. France shares the shock and indignation of the American people.”
Germany
Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned the attack:
“The attack on US presidential candidate Donald Trump is despicable. Such acts of violence threaten democracy.”
Italy
President Sergio Mattarella and Premier Giorgia Meloni both expressed serious concern and wished Trump a speedy recovery.
Hungary
Prime Minister Viktor Orban offered his thoughts and prayers:
“In these dark hours, my thoughts and prayers are with Donald Trump.”
Reactions from Asia
China
President Xi Jinping extended his sympathies:
“China is closely following the situation surrounding the shooting of former President Donald Trump.”
India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the attack:
“Violence has no place in politics and democracies.”
Japan
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida stood firm against political violence:
“We must stand firm against any form of violence that challenges democracy.”
Taiwan
President Lai Ching-te expressed solidarity with Trump:
“Political violence of any form is never acceptable in our democracies.”
Reactions from the Middle East
Israel
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara were deeply affected:
“We pray for his safety and speedy recovery.”
Turkey
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned the attack and expressed confidence in the investigation:
“We believe the investigation into the attack will be conducted effectively.”
UAE
The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the attack as a “criminal and extremist act.”
Kurdistan Region of Iraq
Prime Minister Masrour Barzani condemned the attack:
“My thoughts are with the victims of this senseless act of terrorism.”
Reactions from Africa
South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted the dangers of political extremism:
“The attempted assassination of Trump is a stark reminder of the dangers of political extremism and intolerance.”
Reactions from International Organizations
United Nations
UN Chief Antonio Guterres unequivocally condemned the act:
“This act of political violence must be condemned.”
European Commission
President Ursula von der Leyen expressed her shock:
“Political violence has no place in democracy.”
The assassination attempt on Donald Trump has drawn widespread condemnation and calls for unity against political violence. Leaders across the globe have echoed the sentiment that democracy must be defended against such acts of extremism. As investigations continue, the international community stands in solidarity, hoping for a peaceful resolution and a speedy recovery for all those affected. Follow for more!
