World leaders react to Biden dropping out of US election race
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Israeli President Isaac Herzog among those paying tribute to US president.
World leaders have offered their reactions to United States President Joe Biden’s decision to end his faltering re-election campaign after weeks of pressure driven by concerns over his age and fitness.
Here are some of the reactions to Biden’s exit from around the world:
Israeli President Isaac Herzog expressed gratitude to Biden for his “friendship and steadfast support for the Israeli people over his decades long career”.
“As the first US President to visit Israel in wartime, as a recipient of the Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor, and as a true ally of the Jewish people, he is a symbol of the unbreakable bond between our two peoples,” Herzog said in a post on X.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his country respected Biden’s “tough but strong decision” and was grateful for his “unwavering support” as it fought to repel Russia’s invasion.
Hezbollah chief says the group will keep fighting Israel until its conditions for a ceasefire are met.
Finance minister Rachel Reeves has said the tax hike will be used to fund public services and bolster public finances.
Party issues warning after allegations jailed leader is not being given proper food, electricity or time out of cell.
Ongoing disputes between the major parties – KDP and PUK – could complicate the formation of a new government.
Police say after new charges that Southport stabbings were still not being treated as ‘terrorist related’.
Experts say that Harris has avoided highlighting ‘identity politics’, as rivals seek to paint her as a ‘DEI hire’.
Move follows allegations of money laundering, delay tactics and mismanagement in dealing with aftermath of disaster.
Refugees and the displaced are grappling with the Israeli decision to cut an essential lifeline.
State prosecutors say probe comes at request of electoral commission as they summon President Salome Zurabishvili who alleges Russian interference.
Emergency services continue search and rescue operations after flash floods hit southern and eastern Spain.