World leaders react to Trump's return as US president

World leaders on Monday congratulated Donald Trump on his return to the White House following his inauguration. The 47th president of the United States was sworn in earlier at a ceremony that took place indoors due to bad weather.

Leaders from around the world reacted to Donald Trump's return Monday to the White House, offering congratulations and urging good relations with the mercurial leader.

Here are some of the first reactions after Trump took the oath of office for a second term:

  • 'Just peace': Ukraine

"President Trump is always decisive, and the peace through strength policy he announced provides an opportunity to strengthen American leadership and achieve a long-term and just peace, which is the top priority," said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

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  • 'Turbo-charged' spending: NATO

NATO chief Mark Rutte said Trump's return "will turbo-charge defence spending and production" at the alliance.

  • 'Best days' to come: Israel

"We are confident that he is the leader to bring peace to the Middle East and restore stability to the region," he said.

  • 'Work closely': EU

(FRANCE 24 with AFP)


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