Reactions from across the world to US President Joe Biden's decision to pull out of his campaign to seek re-election in November:
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UKRAINIAN PRESIDENT VOLODYMYR ZELENSKIY:
"Many strong decisions have been made in recent years and they will be remembered as bold steps taken by President Biden in response to challenging times ... We will always be thankful for President Biden's leadership."
NEW ZEALAND PRIME MINISTER CHRISTOPHER LUXON:
"I thank the President for his leadership of the United States and his commitment to New Zealand. And I look forward to working with him for the remainder of his presidency."
CANADIAN PRIME MINISTER JUSTIN TRUDEAU:
"He's a great man, and everything he does is guided by his love for his country. As President, he is a partner to Canadians - and a true friend. To President Biden and the First Lady: thank you."
GERMAN CHANCELLOR OLAF SCHOLZ:
"Joe Biden has achieved a great deal: for his country, for Europe, for the world. Thanks to him, transatlantic co-operation is close, NATO is strong and the USA is a good and reliable partner for us."
UK PRIME MINISTER KEIR STARMER
"I know that, as he has done throughout his remarkable career, President Biden will have made his decision based on what he believes is in the best interests of the American people."
ISRAELI MINISTER OF DEFENCE YOAV GALLANT:
"Thank you President Joe Biden, for your unwavering support of Israel over the years. Your steadfast backing, especially during the war, has been invaluable. We are grateful for your leadership and friendship."
KREMLIN SPOKESMAN DMITRY PESKOV:
"The elections are still four months away, and that is a long period of time in which a lot can change. We need to be patient and carefully monitor what happens. The priority for us is the special military operation (in Ukraine)."
AUSTRALIAN PRIME MINISTER ANTHONY ALBANESE:
"Thank you for your leadership and ongoing service President Biden. The Australia-US Alliance has never been stronger with our shared commitment to democratic values, international security, economic prosperity and climate action for this and future generations."
Australian Associated Press
