'World coming together': Global leaders react to the US midterm election

Democrats have won a majority of seats in the Senate and House of Representatives in the historic election — flipping seven seats previously held by Republicans. As votes were counted, the US midterms drew attention worldwide, with the outcome carrying significance beyond the country's borders after two years of Trump administration policies that have affected countries across the globe. Now, world leaders from several countries have reacted to the results. Some have openly welcomed Democrats taking power in the US Congress, while others are discussing how this might impact conflicts around the world. In response to the results, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said: "I feel the world has an opportunity now to unite around the issue that is affecting us all, and that's the cost of living."