Global leaders have expressed shock and condemnation following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. Messages of support and well-wishes have poured in from various countries, emphasizing the need to reject political violence and uphold democratic values.
Chinese President Xi Jinping
Chinese President Xi Jinping conveyed his concerns about the shooting incident and extended condolences to former President Trump. The Chinese government expressed sympathy for the former president and emphasized the importance of his safety and well-being.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg denounced the assassination attempt, expressing shock and solidarity with Trump. He called for a swift recovery for the former president and condemned any form of political violence, stating that such acts have no place in democratic societies.
Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris
Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris described the events as frightening and wrong, expressing relief that Trump survived the attack. He offered condolences to the victims of the incident and emphasized the need to reject political violence in all its forms.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi voiced his concern over the incident and condemned the treacherous attack on Trump. He wished the former president a speedy recovery and called for a peaceful electoral campaign free from violence and terrorism.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz labeled the attack on Trump as despicable and expressed solidarity with the victims. He emphasized the threat that such acts pose to democracy and called for unity in rejecting violence as a means of political expression.
French President Emmanuel Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron sent his wishes for Trump's recovery and expressed sorrow over the tragic events. He highlighted the impact on democracy and extended solidarity to the American people in the face of such violence.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed deep shock over the shooting incident and offered condolences to the victim's family. She reiterated the stance that political violence has no place in a democratic society and called for unity in upholding democratic values.
Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof
Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof expressed shock over the attack on Trump and wished him a speedy recovery. He condemned political violence and extended his thoughts to all those affected by the incident, emphasizing the unacceptability of such actions.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed solidarity with Trump and called for a peaceful electoral campaign. She condemned the violence and hatred displayed in the attack, emphasizing the need for dialogue and responsibility in political discourse.
