Joe Biden’s decision to drop out of the US presidential race sent shockwaves across the globe, with world leaders lining up to pay tribute to his legacy. The Ukrainian leader, Volodymyr Zelensky, thanked him for his support during a crucial time in history, while Taoiseach Simon Harris hailed him as a voice for reason and effective multilateralism.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk praised Biden for his tough decisions that made the world safer and democracy stronger. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz also expressed their respect and admiration for the outgoing president.
Israel’s Defence Minister Yoav Gallant and Japan’s premier acknowledged Biden’s decision as the best political move for his country and the world. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese applauded his leadership and commitment to democratic values. Even Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed gratitude for Biden’s service.
Former president Barack Obama commended Biden for his achievements in office, while the Kremlin stated it was monitoring the situation closely. Despite these tributes, leading Republicans called for Biden’s immediate resignation, highlighting the divisive opinions surrounding his presidency.