But for the most part, Biden was in charge. Here is a selection of front pages from different parts of the world.
The National Post of Canada was one of several papers that cited Biden ‘s call, made in his inaugural speech, that “there has been a democracy.”
He noted Biden’s message of healing, writing that “a dramatic, sometimes violent, transformation of American power came to a peaceful end on Wednesday.” “
United Kingdom
The UK Guardian newspaper showed the same line, spraying a picture of Biden delivering his speech on its front page, while the Daily Telegraph, focused on another line – Biden’s call to end on “this illegal war” that has divided the USA.
The British tabloid papers approached the establishment with conventional pleasures, avoiding Biden’s high-sounding astronomy for the swipe favor of his predecessor. “Don’s Gone … Let’s Go Joe!” wrote the Daily Mail. Metro promoted Biden to “Now Make America Great Again,” echoing Trump’s slogan. The Daily Mirror on Wednesday called it “A Day of Hope” and the Daily Express described it as “a Great Moment for the US and Britain.”
Scottish Newspaper The National has gone so far as to claim a “good puzzle” for Trump – adding the words “you’ve been fired” referring to the former president’s role on the TV series “The Apprentice.”
But the most reckless front page came from the Daily Star, which addressed Trump with a picture of the Incredible Hulk.
Ireland
Biden has spoken extensively on Irish culture, and his victory has been marked by front page heads across the country. The Irish Examiner dubbed it “New Day,” while The Irish Times reported it was “refreshing the tone” with its address.
Italy
“Welcome Back America” was the message on the front of La Stampa, one of Italy’s most widely read newspapers. Trump was widely disliked throughout western Europe, and many EU leaders expressed relief at the start of Biden’s term.
Spain
El Mundo of Spain welcomed Biden with the open assessment that “There is a lot to cure in the US.” Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said after Biden was sworn in: “It is a great day to today … we will work with the US for democracy and to secure a more stable, resilient and inclusive global government. “
Australia
Most of Australia’s papers on Thursday were printed before Biden was introduced, so much was focused on Trump’s departure – with a very clear stance on the outgoing leader. “Don Let the Door Hit You on the Way Out” was the winning defeat in Western Australia, while the tabloid NT News picked up a pound in the equally pessimistic farewell. .
Nigeria
Hong kong
In the South China Morning Post, which was based in Hong Kong every day for English readers, there was a picture of Biden with his wife, Jill Biden, and the Second Family shaking through the ceremony.
United Arab Emirates
Meanwhile, Gulf Today referred to Trump as a “trumpet leader” in his front page cover of Biden’s inauguration, in which an image of the 46th president was sworn in.