Global leaders react to Trump verdict

Around the world, far-right leaders voiced their support for Donald Trump, while others refrained from commenting on Thursday’s judicial verdict.

Russia’s Kremlin has condemned the decision, labeling it a “de-facto elimination of political rivals.”

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said both legal and illegal means are being used to remove political opponents.

Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini called Trump a victim of judicial harassment and hoped for his victory, seeing it as beneficial for world peace.

Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban praised Trump’s tenure and urged him to keep fighting.

Japan’s chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi refrained from direct comment but noted Tokyo’s close monitoring of the situation.

U.K. Labour leader Keir Starmer emphasized respect for the court’s decision while highlighting the enduring U.S.-U.K. relationship.

Nigel Farage, a prominent supporter of Brexit, declared the verdict a disgrace and predicted a significant win for Trump in November’s presidential election.