In a historic move and without much fanfare, Britain left the European Union on Friday, January 31.
According to The Quint, thousands of Brexit supporters gathered outside the British Parliament and were celebrating as the hour arrived for which they’ve waited since 2016.
While many cheered on as Great Britain started a new journey, a few also believed that this will only drive the island nation into further isolation.
Britain’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson hailed the day and called it a moment of real national renewal and change.
We want this to be the beginning of a new era of friendly cooperation between the EU and an energetic Britain.
Giving a completely opposite reaction, France President Emmanuel Macron said:
It’s a sad day, let’s not hide it. But it is a day that must also lead us to do things differently.
Whether Brexit makes Britain a proud nation that has reclaimed its sovereignty, or a diminished presence in Europe only time will tell.