Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended his heartfelt sympathy to former U.S. President Donald Trump following a shooting incident that left Trump injured during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, according to a spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
In a statement released on Sunday, the spokesperson conveyed President Xi’s concern over the incident, stating, “President Xi Jinping expresses sincere sympathy to former President Donald Trump and wishes him a swift recovery.”
The spokesperson emphasized that China is closely monitoring the situation. “We are following the developments of the shooting incident at the campaign rally. Violence has no place in political processes, and we hope for stability and peace in the United States,” the statement read.
The shooting occurred during a rally held by Trump’s campaign in Pennsylvania, a key state in U.S. elections. The incident has raised concerns over security measures at political events and the broader issue of gun violence in the country.
Global leaders have expressed their reactions to the incident, highlighting the importance of ensuring the safety of political figures and promoting non-violent discourse.
As the situation unfolds, international observers and communities are paying close attention to the implications this may have on U.S. domestic affairs and upcoming political events.
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