Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:06am on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday International
Global leaders have strongly condemned the attempted assassination of former US President Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The incident, where Trump sustained an ear injury, sparked international outcry. Russian spokesperson Maria Zakharova criticized US policies, linking the attack to support for Ukraine. Tech leaders like Tim Cook and Sundar Pichai denounced political violence. Italy's PM Giorgia Meloni expressed solidarity, while French President Emmanuel Macron termed it a "tragedy for democracies." The FBI identified the shooter as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, a registered Republican. Trump's family, including Ivanka and Eric Trump, thanked supporters amidst ongoing investigations.
