2024 US elections: Abki baar Trump Sarkar? Reactions pour in as Donald Trump claims victory

  • Former President Donald Trump is ahead of Kamala Harris in the presidential race, with Fox News announcing him as the winner based on key battleground projections in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

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Updated6 Nov 2024, 10:08 PM IST
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According to AP projections, Donald Trump has secured 248 electoral votes, with Kamala Harris trailing at 214. A total of 270 votes are required for a candidate to win the US elections 2024.(Getty Images via AFP)

Former US President Donald Trump is currently leading ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris in the White House race. Report by Fox News has already declared Trump the winner of the US presidential election. It is the only network to make the call, after projecting he would win key battlegrounds Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

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Elon Musk said, “The people of America gave @realDonaldTrump a crystal clear mandate for change tonight”

Veena Sikri, Former Ambassador & Diplomat says, " Whoever is elected President of the US, govt of India will deal with that person with the best interest of India and in the best interest of a good bilateral relationship with US. The bilateral relationship with US is very important for us...the good bilateral relation that has been established with US over the past 10 years, will continue..."

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Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also congratulated Trump and said “Dear Donald and Melania Trump, Congratulations on history’s greatest comeback! Your historic return to the White House offers a new beginning for America and a powerful recommitment to the great alliance between Israel and America. This is a huge victory! In true friendship, yours, Benjamin and Sara Netanyahu”

PM Modi also extended congratulations and wrote, "Heartiest congratulations my friend @realDonaldTrump on your historic election victory. As you build on the successes of your previous term, I look forward to renewing our collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership. Together.”

 

NATO chief congratulates Trump, says will keep alliance 'strong.' NATO chief Mark Rutte on Wednesday congratulated Donald Trump for winning the US presidential election and said his return to power will help keep the alliance "strong". "His leadership will again be key to keeping our Alliance strong. I look forward to working with him again to advance peace through strength through NATO," Rutte said in a statement.

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer congratulated Donald Trump on his "historic election victory", adding that UK-US special relationship would "continue to prosper". "As the closest of allies, we stand shoulder to shoulder in defence of our shared values of freedom, democracy and enterprise. From growth and security to innovation and tech, I know that the UK-US special relationship will continue to prosper on both sides of the Atlantic for years to come," he said.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Trump and said, “I appreciate President Trump's commitment to the 'peace through strength' approach in global affairs. This is exactly the principle that can practically bring just peace in Ukraine closer.”

President of France, Emmanuel Macron said, “Congratulations, President Donald Trump. Ready to work together just as we knew how to do during four years. With your convictions and with mine. With respect and ambition. For more peace and prosperity."

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Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed congratulates Trump, says looks forward to working together "Congratulations to President Donald Trump (@realDonaldTrump) on your election victory and comeback. I look forward to working together to further strengthen the relationship between our two countries during your term," Abiy wrote in a post on X.

Taking to X, Maldives President said, “Warm congratulations to President-elect @realDonaldTrump on your electoral victory. The Maldives and the United States share a strong partnership based on mutual respect, goodwill, and understanding. I look forward to strengthening our cooperation, address mutual challenges and work towards advancing global peace and prosperity.”

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif also took to X and sent a congratulatory message to Trump, “Congratulations to President-elect Donald Trump on his historic victory for a second term! I look forward to working closely with the incoming Administration to further strengthen and broaden the Pakistan-U.S. partnership. @realDonaldTrump”

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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also sent congratulatory messages to Trump. He wrote on X, “Congratulations to President Donald Trump on his election victory. Australians and Americans are great friends and true allies. Working together, we can ensure the partnership between our nations and peoples remains strong into the future.”

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also send his best wishes to Donald Trump on his victory. He wrote, "Congratulations to Donald Trump on being elected President of the United States. The friendship between Canada and the U.S. is the envy of the world. I know President Trump and I will work together to create more opportunity, prosperity, and security for both of our nations."

Italian PM Giorgia Meloni took to X and wrote, “On behalf of myself and the Italian Government, my most sincere congratulations to the President-elect of the United States, Donald #Trump .Italy and the United States are “sister” nations, linked by an unshakable alliance, common values, and a historic friendship. It is a strategic bond, which I am sure we will now strengthen even further. Good work Mr. President. @realDonaldTrump”

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South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol sent his best wishes to Donald Trump. He wrote on X, “Congratulations to @realDonaldTrump ! Under your strong leadership, the future of the ROK-U.S. alliance and America will shine brighter. Look forward to working closely with you.”

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First Published:6 Nov 2024, 10:08 PM IST
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