BEIJING, China: President Xi Jinping of China offered Donald Trump his “compassion and sympathy” on Sunday in the wake of the former US president’s assassination attempt at a rally in Butler Township, Pennsylvania.
“China is closely following the situation surrounding the shooting of former President Donald Trump,” a Chinese foreign ministry spokesman stated.
The FBI has identified Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, as the suspected shooter. Trump was struck and sustained an injury to his right ear. Following the gunshots, Trump was seen raising his hand to his right ear, which was bloodied, and was swiftly escorted from the stage.
Trump’s spokesperson, Steven Cheung, reassured the public about the former president’s condition, stating, “President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act. He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility.”
US President Joe Biden condemned the attack, stating, “There’s no place in America for this kind of violence.” The White House confirmed that Biden had spoken with Trump but did not disclose details of their conversation.
The international community is closely monitoring the situation, with President Xi Jinping’s message highlighting the global ramifications of such incidents. This event underscores the deep political divisions within the United States and the potential for international diplomatic fallout.
