Starmer congratulates Trump on historic US election victory
World leaders, including UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, have congratulated Donald Trump on his expected election victory. Trump is poised to become the second non-consecutive U.S. president, nearing 270 electoral college votes.
Starmer called the victory "historic" and expressed eagerness to collaborate on shared values. Macron also indicated readiness to work together, emphasizing respect and ambition for peace and prosperity.
Reactions from global leaders varied, with some expressing concerns about potential impacts on NATO and support for Ukraine. Ukraine's President Zelensky congratulated Trump, hoping for bipartisan support in the U.S. for Ukraine.