'A monumental triumph': World leaders respond to Trump's re-election to the White House.

'A monumental triumph': World leaders respond to Trump's re-election to the White House.
'A monumental triumph': World leaders respond to Trump's re-election to the White House.
  • On Wednesday, numerous world leaders congratulated President-elect Donald Trump after his 78-year-old victory was declared as "magnificent."
  • NBC News has projected Trump will win the presidential race.
  • The news of Trump's White House victory seemed to boost Russia's mood.

On Wednesday, numerous world leaders congratulated President-elect Donald Trump after his 78-year-old victory was declared as "magnificent."

NBC News has projected Trump will win the presidential race.

In Florida, Trump declared that his return to the White House would bring about a "golden age" for America.

Keir Starmer, the U.K. Prime Minister, congratulated Trump on his "historic" election victory, stating that the U.K.-U.S. "special relationship will remain strong and beneficial for both countries."

The leaders of the European Union, including Ursula von der Leyen, Emmanuel Macron, Pedro Sanchez, Giorgia Meloni, and Viktor Orban, congratulated Trump on his re-election.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, congratulated Trump on his "impressive election victory."

President Trump's dedication to the "peace through strength" approach in international relations aligns with the principle that can bring Ukraine closer to practical peace. I am optimistic that we can implement this strategy together, Zelenskyy stated on social media.

President Trump's leadership will lead to a strong United States, and we hope for continued bipartisan support for Ukraine in the US.

The U.S. vote is a crucial moment in Ukraine's long-standing conflict with Russia, and Zelenskyy's comments reflect the heightened tensions in Kyiv.

Officials in Ukraine are closely monitoring the outcome, with concerns that future military aid could be cut, which would severely limit Kyiv's ability to defend against Russia's full-scale invasion.

Russia seemed to be boosted by the news that Trump won the White House.

Dmitry Medvedev, Russia's former president, stated via Telegram that Trump possesses one useful quality as a businessman: he detests spending money on unnecessary expenses such as foolish allies, ineffective charity projects, and extravagant international organizations.

Maria Zakharova, a spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, stated via Telegram that Kamala Harris's quote from Psalm 31:5, "Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning," was accurate.

Zakharova said, "Hallelujah, I'd add from my part," according to an NBC translation.

The strength of the military alliance depends on Trump's leadership, according to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.

Rutte expressed his anticipation of collaborating with him once more to promote peace through strength via NATO.

Turkey, India, Australia, Israel and Iran

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan congratulated Trump on his election victory.

Erdoğan stated that he hopes for stronger Turkey-US relations during the upcoming election period, an end to regional and global crises, including the Palestinian issue and the Russia-Ukraine war, and a more just world through increased efforts.

He stated that he hoped the elections would benefit the United States' friendly and allied people, as well as all of humanity.

Narendra Modi, the Indian Prime Minister, congratulated Trump on his "historic election victory."

"As you continue to build on the successes of your previous term, I eagerly anticipate renewing our collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership. Let us collaborate to improve the lives of our people and promote global peace, stability, and prosperity," Modi stated.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also offered his congratulations to Trump.

"Our friendship and alliance with Americans will remain strong in the future, as Australians and Americans are great partners," Albanese stated.

Netanyahu congratulated both Donald and Melania Trump.

Netanyahu congratulated the new president on history's greatest comeback, stating that America's return to the White House signifies a new beginning and a renewed commitment to the alliance between Israel and America. He declared it a huge victory.

Not everyone sent their warm wishes to Trump, however.

According to Fatemeh Mohajerani, the U.S. presidential election has no direct impact on Iran, as the fundamental policies of both countries remain unchanged, as stated by the Iranian government spokesperson in a Tasnim news agency report.

"According to Mohajerani, it doesn't matter who gets elected president because there will be no effect on people's lives," said Mohajerani.

by Sam Meredith

Politics