World leaders representing the nation’s closest allies memorialized former President Jimmy Carter as a peacemaker and humanitarian for the ages.
Carter, who was elected in 1976 and served one term, died Sunday at 100.
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer paid tribute to Carter’s spirit of helping others, particularly his country, in helming the historic Camp David Accords peace treaty between Israel and Egypt during his presidency and, afterward, promoting democracy and low-cost housing.
“His presidency will be remembered for the historic Camp David Accords between Israel and Egypt, and it was that lifelong dedication to peace that saw him receive the Nobel Peace prize,” Starmer said in a statement released late Sunday by Downing Street.
Though Carter’s presidential legacy is clouded by the Iran hostage crisis that began in late 1979, the prime minister noted that Carter made bold and lasting moves long after leaving the White House.
“Motivated by his strong faith and values, President Carter redefined the post-presidency with a remarkable commitment to social justice and human rights at home and abroad,” Starmer said.
“Jimmy Carter lived his values in the service of others to the very end,” he added. “My thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.”
French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday venerated Carter for speaking for those without much voice, and for fighting for a more peaceful world.
“Throughout his life, Jimmy Carter has been a steadfast advocate for the rights of the most vulnerable and has tirelessly fought for peace,” Macron said on social media platform X. “France sends its heartfelt thoughts to his family and to the American people.”
England’s King Charles III echoed other world leaders in his own statement on Sunday. He praised Carter for “promoting peace and human rights.”
“His dedication and humility served as an inspiration to many, and I remember with great fondness his visit to the United Kingdom in 1977,” the king said.
He also extended his condolences to Carter’s family and “the American people.”
