Putin, Johnson, Merkel wish Trump a speedy recovery from COVID-19

President Donald Trump and the First Lady Melania. /Getty Images

As stocks fall in the wake of President Donald Trump announcing that he and the First Lady had tested positive for COVID-19, global leaders have been quick to react and send wishes of a swift recovery.

Early on Friday morning, Trump made the announcement that he, alongside the First Lady, had tested positive for coronavirus, joining a growing list of world leaders to contract the virus while simultaneously working to contain its spread.

Russian President Vladimir Putin was quick to wish Trump a swift recovery, offering his support during "this difficult time," according to a statement released by the Kremlin on Friday; "I am certain that your inherent vitality, good spirits and optimism will help you cope with this dangerous virus," he wrote.

Reuters reports a spokesperson for German Chancellor Angela Merkel said she sends Donald Trump and his wife best wishes for a quick recovery from the infection.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson sent his "best wishes to President Trump and the First Lady" and wished both a "speedy recovery from coronavirus"-Johnson was admitted to a hospital ICU in April following persistent coronavirus symptoms.

(With input from agencies)