World Leaders Condemn Political Violence After Assassination Attempt on Trump
In the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former United States President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, leaders from around the globe have expressed their support for Trump and condemned the act of political violence.
The incident, which occurred on Saturday, resulted in Trump sustaining a minor injury to his right ear, while one bystander was killed and two other spectators were critically wounded. The attack has drawn widespread condemnation and messages of solidarity from presidents and prime ministers worldwide.
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama expressed his distress on social media platform X, describing it as “distressing” to witness Trump being shot while addressing his supporters. “This is a tragedy for the democratic world,” he stated.
Argentinian President Javier Milei blamed the “international left” for the attack, calling it a “cowardly assassination attempt.” He suggested that political opponents, fearing defeat at the polls, resorted to terrorism to impose their agenda.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese labeled the shooting as “concerning and confronting” and expressed his relief that Trump was safe. He emphasized that “there is no place for violence in the democratic process.”
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Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer took to social media to share his shock and condemn the attack. “Political violence has no place in our society! My thoughts are with all the victims of this attack,” he wrote.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva strongly condemned the shooting, urging all defenders of democracy to denounce such acts. “What we saw today is unacceptable,” he declared.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed his revulsion at the incident, stating, “It cannot be overstated — political violence is never acceptable. My thoughts are with former President Trump, those at the event, and all Americans.”
Chilean President Gabriel Boric issued a statement of “unqualified condemnation,” noting that violence threatens democracies and undermines communal life. “We must all reject it,” he insisted.
Chinese President Xi Jinping conveyed his compassion and sympathy to Trump through a spokesperson, indicating that China is closely monitoring the situation.
El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele denounced the assassination attempt, reiterating that violence has no place in a democracy.
Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas expressed her shock and extended her thoughts to the victims, condemning political violence in any form.
EU’s foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, voiced his shock and described the attack as an unacceptable act of violence against political representatives.
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French President Emmanuel Macron extended his best wishes to Trump for a speedy recovery, calling the assassination attempt a tragedy for democracies and expressing solidarity with the American people.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán offered his thoughts and prayers to Trump during what he termed “dark hours.”
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep concern and strongly condemned the incident, stressing that violence has no place in politics and democracies. He wished Trump a swift recovery and extended his condolences to the family of the deceased and the American people.
Iraqi Kurdistan’s Prime Minister Masrour Barzani condemned the attack in the “strongest terms” and sent his thoughts to the victims of what he described as a senseless act of terrorism.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara expressed their shock and wished Trump a speedy recovery, calling for prayers for his safety.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni shared her apprehension and hoped for dialogue and responsibility to prevail over hate and violence in the coming months of the electoral campaign.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida condemned the attack, urging a firm stance against any form of violence that challenges democracy. He also wished Trump a quick recovery.
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg expressed his shock and emphasized that allies stand together to defend freedom and values. He condemned the attack and wished Trump a speedy recovery.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon expressed his shock at the attack on Trump, stating that no country should encounter such political violence.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed his relief that Trump was safe and condemned all forms of political violence. He emphasized that the voice of the people must always remain supreme.
Polish President Andrzej Duda called the attempted assassination a “moment of shock” for the entire democratic world and thanked God for saving Trump’s life. He wished Trump a swift recovery.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson condemned the attack, expressing his thoughts for the victims and their families.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol described the incident as a “hideous act” of political violence and affirmed that the people of Korea stand in solidarity with Americans.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who survived an assassination attempt himself, condemned the shooting and drew parallels between the two incidents, suggesting political opponents were behind both.
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Taiwanese President William Lai Ching-te extended his thoughts and prayers to Trump and condemned political violence in all forms, offering condolences to the victims.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned the assassination attempt and expressed his good wishes to Trump, his family, and supporters. He expressed confidence in the effectiveness of the investigation.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed his horror at the scenes at the rally and extended his best wishes to Trump, stressing that political violence has no place in societies.
In a rare display of global unity, leaders across the world have spoken out against the assassination attempt on Trump, emphasizing that political violence undermines democratic processes and expressing solidarity with the victims. This incident has highlighted the universal consensus on the importance of protecting democratic principles and condemning violence in any form.