Former US President Jimmy Carter, known for his humanitarian work, died on Sunday (December 29) at 100 in his hometown of Plains, Georgia. Carter, who served as the 39th president from 1977 to 1981, faced political challenges but achieved historic milestones. Tributes have since been pouring in from global leaders, including US President Joe Biden, who announced a national day of mourning on January 9.
Carter, who lived longer than any US president, became president in January 1977 after defeating Republican President Gerald Ford in the 1976 election.
The Democratic president’s single term in office was highlighted by the 1978 Camp David Accords between Israel and Egypt, which contributed to increased stability in the Middle East.
