U.S. President Jimmy Carter's Democratic presidency was marred by the 444-day Iran hostage crisis but he was hailed as a humanitarian figure later in life, winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. Carter died at age 100 on December 29.
Here is a roundup of reactions from leaders around the world following news of his death.
U.S. PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN: “America and the world lost an extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian.
“Over six decades, we had the honor of calling Jimmy Carter a dear friend. But, what’s extraordinary about Jimmy Carter, though, is that millions of people throughout America and the world who never met him thought of him as a dear friend as well. “
U.S. PRESIDENT-ELECT DONALD TRUMP: “The challenges Jimmy faced as president came at a pivotal time for our country and he did everything in his power to improve the lives of all Americans. For that, we all owe him a debt of gratitude.”
FORMER U.S. PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA: "Elected in the shadow of Watergate, Jimmy Carter promised voters that he would always tell the truth. And he did — advocating for the public good, consequences be damned. He believed some things were more important than reelection — things like integrity, respect, and compassion.
"Because Jimmy Carter believed, as deeply as he believed anything, that we are all created in God’s image."
FORMER U.S. PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH: Carter's legacy will "inspire Americans for generations [and he] set an example of service that will inspire Americans for generations.
"He was loyal to his family, his community, and his country. President Carter dignified the office."
FORMER U.S. PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON: "From his commitment to civil rights as a state senator and governor of Georgia; to his efforts as president to protect our natural resources in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, make energy conservation a national priority, return the Panama Canal to Panama, and secure peace between Egypt and Israel at Camp David; to his post-Presidential efforts at the Carter Center supporting honest elections, advancing peace, combating disease, and promoting democracy; to his and Rosalynn’s devotion and hard work at Habitat for Humanity—he worked tirelessly for a better, fairer world."
FRENCH PRESIDENT EMMANUEL MACRON: "Throughout his life, Jimmy Carter has been a steadfast advocate for the rights of the most vulnerable and has tirelessly fought for peace. France sends its heartfelt thoughts to his family and to the American people."
BRITISH PRIME MINISTER KEIR STARMER: "I would like to pay tribute to his decades of selfless public service.
"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.
"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."
HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH: “Jimmy Carter, former US president who was committed to human rights, has died. He was 100 years old.
"Carter set a powerful example for world leaders to make human rights a priority, and he continued to fight for human rights after he left office.”
WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION CHIEF TEDROS ADHANOM GHEBREYESUS: "His unwavering commitment to people's wellbeing in the United States and around the world will be remembered forever.
"His work through the Carter Center has saved countless lives and helped bring many neglected tropical diseases close to elimination."
With reporting by Reuters