How the Biden-Trump debate was covered by global media
International Media’s Coverage of the Biden-Trump Debate
The showdown between President Biden and former President Trump during the recent debate has sparked interest and curiosity worldwide. As the results of the upcoming presidential election will have significant implications for U.S. allies and adversaries, it’s no surprise that foreign media outlets have closely covered the debate to provide insights into the global perspectives on the candidates.
Let’s take a closer look at how some of the international media outlets portrayed and analyzed Thursday night’s debate.
United Kingdom: The Times of London and The Guardian
The Times of London, known for its right-leaning stance, dedicated three stories on its homepage to the debate. These stories highlighted key moments, the Democrats’ concerns over President Biden’s performance, and explored the possibility of the Democratic Party replacing Mr. Biden as its candidate before the election. On the other hand, The Guardian, a left-leaning newspaper, focused on Mr. Biden’s performance, his resistance to calls for stepping down as the Democratic candidate, and covered various media reactions to the debate.
France: Le Monde
France’s Le Monde described President Biden as “raspy and sometimes halting” during the debate, while characterizing Trump as “bombastic” and prone to “lashing out” with personal attacks.
Germany: Der Spiegel
Der Spiegel not only provided a fact-check of the debate but also shared reactions from German politicians. The coverage included remarks from Norbert Röttgen and Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, who expressed concerns about the Democrats’ strategy and the need for a stronger candidate against Trump.
Michael Link of the liberal FDP party noted Biden’s challenges in presenting facts clearly and effectively communicating his message during the debate.
Ukraine: Kyiv Post
The Kyiv Post analyzed the media reactions to the debate and emphasized the importance of U.S. support in Ukraine’s ongoing conflict with Russia, irrespective of the election outcome.
Russia: RIA Novosti
Russia’s RIA Novosti covered the U.S. presidential debate, particularly highlighting discussions around potentially replacing President Biden as the Democratic candidate.
Israel: Haaretz
Haaretz described the debate as a “sad night for America” and focused on the candidates’ views on the Israel-Hamas conflict, underscoring the significance of Israel in the election.
South Korea: Yonhap News Agency
Yonhap’s coverage of the debate highlighted its rancorous nature and touched on President Biden’s hoarse voice, focusing on key topics such as immigration, inflation, and foreign policy.
Iran: Iran Republic News Agency (IRNA)
IRNA did not cover the U.S. debate as Iran was preoccupied with its own presidential election.
Nigeria: Punch Newspaper
Nigeria’s Punch Newspaper utilized AFP News agency reporting to cover the debate, emphasizing Biden’s struggles during the fiery exchange with Trump.
Mexico: El Universal
El Universal’s coverage centered on Mr. Biden’s performance and Trump’s immigration policies. Labeling Trump as the winner, the newspaper criticized Biden for making “erratic statements” and having a “hoarse, weak voice” during the debate.
Overall, the global coverage of the Biden-Trump debate reflects the diverse perspectives and concerns of different countries, showcasing the far-reaching impact of the U.S. presidential election on the international community.
