World leaders raced to praise Donald Trump as he claimed a stunning US election victory over Kamala Harris while financial markets also rose.
Here are the first reactions, with the presidential election result still to be confirmed:
– Israel –
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called it a historic return for the former US leader and a new beginning in the US-Israel alliance.
“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!” said Netanyahu in a statement issued by his office.
– China –
As the results began to go Trump’s way, China said it hoped for “peaceful coexistence” with the United States.
“We will continue to approach and handle China-US relations based on the principles of…