Millions of people are expected to participate in US-wide protests under the “No Kings” event, coinciding with Donald Trump’s attendance at a military parade honoring the 250th anniversary of the US army on his 79th birthday. The protests stem from demonstrations against anti-immigration raids in Los Angeles, with anger fueled by Trump’s deployment of the national guard and marines against California officials’ wishes. The military parade, featuring soldiers, vehicles like tanks and rocket launchers, aircraft including Apache helicopters, as well as animals like horses and a dog, is set to take place in Washington DC. The event, which has expanded in scale and scope over two years, will include various activities such as concerts, fireworks, and fitness competitions across the National Mall, with an estimated attendance of up to 200,000 people and a cost of $25-45 million. A significant portion of the US population views the parade as a misallocation of government funds, according to a recent survey. Meanwhile, states like Texas and Florida have deployed their national guard to manage protests and address ongoing demonstrations against Trump’s immigration policies. Away from the protests, tensions escalate in the Middle East as Israel and Iran exchange fire, with Iran warning the US and its allies against intervening in the conflict. Stay updated on these developments through live coverage.