The US’ 39th President Jimmy Carter has died aged 100 at his home in Plains, Georgia. He was surrounded by family members in his final moments according to the Carter Center.
In his early life, Carter was a US Navy lieutenant before going into politics, eventually serving one term as governor of Georgia and as president of the United States from 1977 to 1981. He was the only former US president to reach 100 years old.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Sunday ordered flags lowered to half-staff at all state buildings and grounds following the death of former President and Georgia Gov. Jimmy Carter.
“On this day, December 29, 2024, the date of his death, we honor the memory of Georgia native, Jimmy Carter, as a revered community activist, veteran, statesman, author, former Governor of Georgia, and former President of the United States,” Kemp’s executive order read.
The flags will remain lowered to half-staff for 30 days, until sunset on January 28, 2025, according to the executive order issued Sunday.
World leaders honor former President Jimmy Carter
UN Secretary-General António Guterres: “President Carter will be remembered for his solidarity with the vulnerable, his abiding grace, and his unrelenting faith in the common good and our common humanity. His legacy as a peacemaker, human rights champion and humanitarian will endure.”
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi: “President Carter was a symbol of humanitarian and diplomatic efforts, his deep belief in peace and justice has inspired many individuals and institutions around the world to follow his path. His efforts in preserving the peace agreement between Egypt and Israel will remain etched in history, and his humanitarian work demonstrate a standard of love, peace and brotherhood.”
French President Emmanuel Macron: “Throughout his life, Jimmy Carter defended the rights of the most vulnerable people and tirelessly led the fight for peace. France sends its heartfelt thoughts to his family and to the American people.”
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban: “The memory of President Jimmy Carter will always be cherished in Hungary. By returning the Holy Crown to the people of Hungary at the end of the 70s, he gave freedom-loving Hungarians hope in a hopeless time. I would like to express my deepest condolences to the Carter family and the American people.”
