World leaders have swiftly condemned the recent shooting at a Donald Trump election rally, denouncing the act of violence and expressing solidarity with the victims.
The incident, described as an assassination attempt against the former US president, resulted in the death of one bystander and left two others critically injured.
According to Tribune, US President Joe Biden emphasized national unity in his statement, condemning the attack as “sick” and underscoring the need to reject such violence.
Vice-President Kamala Harris echoed these sentiments, labeling the shooting as “senseless” and emphasizing the imperative to prevent further violence.
Internationally, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed deep shock, asserting that political violence has no place in a democracy.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned the shooting as “despicable,” highlighting its threat to democratic processes.
French President Emmanuel Macron conveyed solidarity with the American people, characterizing the incident as a tragedy for democracies worldwide.
Leaders from Russia, Ukraine, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, China, India, Japan, Israel, and Egypt also voiced condemnation and support for Trump’s recovery, urging for peaceful electoral processes free from violence….Seë_Morë