The Guardian
·Jul 2026
US politicians and foreign leaders pay tribute to Lindsey Graham
Political leaders in the United States and abroad issued tributes following the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham at age 71, highlighting his influential role in shaping US foreign policy, supporting Ukraine and Israel, and helping secure conservative control of the US Supreme Court. Donald Trump, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Benjamin Netanyahu, and others praised Graham’s commitment to national security and international alliances. US officials noted his legislative impact, including work on Russia sanctions, while foreign leaders emphasized his consistent advocacy for allied partnerships and global stability.