Reactions

"Even though I totally disagree with the outcome of the election, and the facts bear me out, nevertheless there will be an orderly transition on January 20th. While this represents the end of the greatest first term in presidential history, it's only the beginning of our fight to Make America Great Again."

US President Donald Trump

"To those who wreaked havoc in our Capitol today, you did not win. Violence never wins. Freedom wins. And this is still the people's house."

US Vice President Mike Pence

"Their fantasy narrative has spiralled further and further from reality, and it builds upon years of sown resentments. Now we're seeing the consequences, whipped up into a violent crescendo."

Former US president Barack Obama

"There is no question that the president formed the mob, the President incited the mob, the President addressed the mob. He lit the flame."

House of Representatives Republican Conference Chairwoman Liz Cheney

"I deeply regret that President Trump has not conceded his defeat, since November and again yesterday. Doubts about the election outcome were stoked and created the atmosphere that made the events of last night possible."

German Chancellor Angela Merkel

"Distressed to see news about rioting and violence in Washington. Orderly and peaceful transfer of power must continue."

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi

"What we saw in the United States yesterday (Wednesday) evening and today shows above all how fragile and vulnerable Western democracy is."

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani

"Disgraceful scenes in US Congress. The United States stands for democracy around the world and it is now vital that there should be a peaceful and orderly transfer of power."

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson