World leaders congratulate Donald Trump as he wins US election [Video]

Leaders across the world have congratulated Donald Trump for his victory over Kamala Harris to become the 47th president of the US.

One of the first and warmest messages came from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, whose relationship with Trump is crucial given the conflict in the region.

Netanyahu shared a uniquely personalised congratulation message addressed directly to “Dear Donald and Melania Trump” and filled with exclamation marks.

“Congratulations on history’s greatest comeback!” Netanyahu said on X.

“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.

“In true friendship, yours, Benjamin and Sara Netanyahu.”

Ukraine and Russian leaders

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated Trump and said he appreciated his commitment to “peace through strength”. It’s unclear how significantly Trump could influence the war in Ukraine.

“I recall our great …