New Delhi, January 07:
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau tweeted that the scene in the US Capitol was an “attack on democracy”.
Paris, France:
World leaders and governments on Wednesday expressed shock and displeasure at the storming of the US Capitol in Washington by supporters of President Donald Trump.
Britain
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Twitter condemned “hateful scenes in the US Congress. The United States stands for democracy worldwide and it is now important that there should be a peaceful and orderly transfer of power”.
British Foreign Secretary Dominic Rabb said in his own tweet: “America is truly proud of its democracy, and there can be no justification for these violent efforts to thwart a legitimate and just transition to power.”
The European Union
The EU’s foreign policy chief condemned the “attack on American democracy”.
Josep Burrell tweeted, “In the eyes of the world, tonight American democracy is under siege.”
Calling the action an attack on “American democracy, its institutions and the rule of law”, he said: “This is not America. The November 3 election results should be fully respected.”
France
French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian condemned “a serious attack on democracy”.
Le Drian tweeted, “Violence against American institutions is a serious attack on democracy. I condemn it.” “The will and vote of the American people should be respected.”
Germany
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas called on Trump supporters to “stop trampling on democracy”.
“Trump and his supporters should finally accept the American voters’ decision and stop trampling on democracy,” Maas tweeted.
He said, “The enemies of democracy will be pleased to see these incredible images of Washington DC.” “Inflammatory words turn into violent actions.”
German Finance Minister Olaf Scholz, who is also chancellor, similarly condemned the “disturbing picture” from Washington.
Canada
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tweeted that the US Capitol scenes were “an attack on democracy”.
“Canadians are deeply troubled and saddened by the attack on democracy in the United States,” he said.
Australia
Australian PM Scott Morrison condemned the “very disturbing scenes” in the US.
“We condemn these acts of violence and look forward to the peaceful transfer of government to the newly elected administration in the great American democratic tradition,” he tweeted.
New zealand
Jacinda Ardern tweeted: “Democracy – people’s right to exercise a vote, have their voice heard and then decide that a decision in peace should not be undone by a mob.”
The PM said that his country’s thoughts are destroying everyone with today’s events, adding: “What is happening is wrong.”
NATO
“Shocking scenes in Washington, DC,” NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg tweeted. “The outcome of this democratic election must be respected.”
Netherlands
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said on Twitter, “@realDonaldTrump, terrifying photos from Washington DC, today identify @JoeBiden as the next president.”
Rutte, who once spoke plainly during a White House visit in 2018, interrupted Trump with a loud “no” when Trump insisted about EU-US trade.
Ireland
Irish chief Michele Martin, who invited Irish-American Biden early to his presidency to travel to his ancestral homeland, tweeted his condemnation.
Martin said, “The Irish people have a deep connection with the United States, which has been around for many generations. I know that many people, like me, will be watching the scenes unfolding in Washington DC with much concern and disappointment. , “Martin said.
Greece
Greek Prime Minister Kyrikos Mitsotakis said in a tweet, “Washington DC is deeply troubled by the violence and horrific events happening in American democracy that are deep, rooted, and will address this crisis.”
Turkey
Turkey’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement, “We are worried about internal developments happening in America.”
“We call on all sides in the United States to maintain restraint and understanding. We are confident that America will overcome this internal political crisis in a mature manner.”
Austria
“This is an unacceptable attack on democracy. On Twitter, Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz said,” A peaceful and orderly transfer of power must be ensured.
Czech Republic
Czech Foreign Minister Tomas Petricek said in a tweet, “Looting and violence in the US Senate is not a good example for countries where democracy is fighting hard for a place in the sun. Emotions stirred by US presidential election . Today’s session is expected to be far from normal. Where were the police and Senate bodyguards …? “
Denmark
Denmark’s Prime Minister Matte Friedrichsen said on Facebook, “Extremism, violence, polarization and violence are never the way forward. Horrible pictures from Washington can work again.”
Spain
Spain’s President Pedro Sanchez tweeted that he was following the events in Washington with “concern”.
“I trust the strength of America’s democracy. The new presidency of @JoeBiden will remove this time of tension while uniting the American people.”
Slovenia
Slovenia’s right-wing Prime Minister Janze Jansa, who supported Trump and who has yet to congratulate Biden on his victory, tweeted: “Everyone should be very upset by the violence in Washington DC”
“We hope that American democracy is resilient, deep and will overcome this crisis. Democracy preserves peaceful protests, but violence and death threats — the Left or the Right are always wrong.”
Fiji
Fiji Prime Minister Frank Benimarama – who led the coup in 2006 and was accused of attacking an opposition legislator in 2019 – condemned him.
“The violent scenes we’ve seen in Washington today are true to democracies around the world. True and genuine democracy is a precious treasure that no country should ever acquire,” he tweeted. .
