Just hours after former US President Donald Trump was shot in the ear during a campaign rally on Saturday, condemnations from around the world began to pour in. Among those condemning the act were President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
The incident took place while Trump was speaking at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Security agents quickly surrounded him after the shot was fired. However, Trump soon reappeared, pumping his fist in the air and appearing to mouth the words “Fight! Fight! Fight!”
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed his disapproval of the violence in a statement posted on the social media platform X. He echoed the sentiments of President Zardari, condemning the act of violence and wishing Trump a swift recovery.
“Just learned that former President Trump was shot at an election rally. This is a shocking development. I condemn all violence in politics. I wish the former President a swift recovery and good health,” Shehbaz wrote.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of political figures and the rising tensions in political environments. Many leaders from around the world have joined in condemning the violence, calling for peaceful and respectful political discourse.
As the situation develops, the focus remains on ensuring the safety and health of all individuals involved in the political process.