World leaders congratulate Trump on inauguration

And leaders around the world quickly welcomed back President Trump and voiced wishes to work closely with the returned leader.

Lee Seung-jae has more.

Donald Trump on Monday became just the second U.S. president to serve two non-consecutive terms in the White House,. when he was sworn in during his inauguration ceremony.

World leaders were quick to congratulate the 47th U.S. President.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took to his social media to note the opportunity the two neighboring countries have in working together to create more jobs and prosperity.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu congratulated Trump, saying that he believes the U.S. and Israeli alliance will grow to "even greater heights."

Calling the U.S. its closest ally, Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz said the aim of the two countries is to have "a good transatlantic relationship."

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stressed Trump's "longstanding affection and historical ties to the UK," adding that such "depth of friendship will continue."

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who was present at the inauguration noted that the friendship and values that the two countries share, will continue to strengthen their cooperation.

But much of the attention was on what the leaders of Russia and Ukraine had to say on Trump's inauguration day.

Russian President Vladimir Putin not only congratulated Trump on his return to the White House, but also said he's open to hold talks regarding the war in Ukraine.

"We have never refused dialogue, we have always been ready to maintain an attitude of cooperation with any American administration. We are also open for dialogue with the new U.S. administration on the Ukrainian conflict. The most important thing here is to address the root causes of the crisis, that we have spoken about many times."

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was also quick to congratulate Trump.

The Ukrainian leader noted that Trump has always been "decisive," adding that Trump would provide an opportunity to strengthen American leadership, and achieve long-term peace.

Zelenskyy also expressed hope that the two countries can work together to provide greater security, stability and economic growth to the world, and the two nations.

Lee Seung-jae, Arirang News.