Leaders from various countries have expressed their reactions to the recent attempted assassination of former US President Donald Trump. Here are some of the latest responses:
Russia
The Kremlin stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin has not reached out to Donald Trump following the assassination attempt on Saturday and currently has no plans to do so. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov reiterated the condemnation of the attack, emphasizing the stance against any form of violence in politics.
Slovakia
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who survived an assassination attempt earlier this year, attributed Saturday's incident to what he described as the influence of 'progressive and liberal media.' Fico, who was critically injured in the attack, drew parallels between his own experience and the attempted assassination of Trump, labeling it as a replication of his own ordeal. The perpetrator of the attack on Fico was identified as a politically motivated individual acting alone.
South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa characterized the attempted assassination as a clear indication of the perils associated with political extremism and intolerance. He emphasized that political violence stands in direct opposition to the principles of democracy and expressed his well wishes for the swift recovery of former President Trump.
These responses from global leaders underscore the significance of upholding democratic values and denouncing acts of violence in the realm of politics. The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges posed by extremism and the importance of fostering a climate of tolerance and respect in political discourse.
