European leaders mourn US Senator Lindsey Graham
European and global leaders are mourning the death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican known for his hawkish foreign policy and support for Ukraine. Graham passed away suddenly at age 71 following a visit to Kyiv.
Why it matters
Graham's death removes a significant voice in U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding transatlantic relations and support for Ukraine during the ongoing war.
The South Carolina Republican strongly advocated for sanctions against Russia over its war on Ukraine.
Copy Link Copied Share via email Share on X Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn Lindsey Graham was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1994 and to the U.S. Senate in 2002. | Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images July 12, 2026 3:44 pm CET By Marianne Gros European leaders are mourning the death of Republican U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly on Saturday at the age of 71.
Graham, who strongly advocated for sanctions against Russia over its war against Ukraine, had just returned from a state visit to Kyiv .
Graham was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1994 and to the U.S. Senate in 2002. He was a prominent conservative figure in American politics and a staunch ally of U.S. President Donald Trump.
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