The Morning: Tomorrow’s military parade
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2025-06-13 13:01
Good morning. Israel attacked Iran, targeting nuclear facilities and wiping out Tehran’s top military chain of command. We have the latest on those strikes. Then, we explain what to look for during Trump’s military parade tomorrow — plus, we have news about the immigration protests and the Air India crash. A major attack
Israel launched a major attack on Iran. The strikes killed Iran’s top three generals, according to Iranian state media, and targeted military bases and nuclear sites across the country. Tehran launched drones at Israel in response. Benjamin Netanyahu said the attacks on Iran would last “as many days as it takes.” Here’s what we know: Targets: Israel described the strikes as a last resort to keep Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Its military said it struck Natanz, Iran’s main nuclear enrichment facility. Israel also killed top Iranian generals and scientists, including Mohammad Bagheri, the second-highest commander after the supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran’s response: The Israeli Air Force began intercepting drones fired by Iran. Khamenei said Israel “should anticipate a harsh punishment. The strong hand of the Islamic Republic will not let them go.” U.S. response: The Trump administration had been in nuclear talks with Iran. “I gave Iran chance after chance to make a deal,” Trump said on social media. He warned Tehran to make a deal “before there is nothing left.” Scale: The Israeli military says 200 warplanes participated in the attack, dropping hundreds of bombs across the country and striking over 100 targets. Follow our live blog for updates. Showcase of force
Authoritarian regimes use them to intimidate. Democracies use them to commemorate. Military parades are both grand spectacles and potent messages. They are rare in the United States. But tomorrow, Washington will host one of its own. The occasion, at least officially, is the 250th anniversary of the United States Army. It also just so happens to be Trump’s 79th birthday. The motives of countries that stage such parades may vary, but the events all tend to share a common visual vocabulary. Here is what to look for. Iconic settingsMilitary parades often take place against the backdrop of a country’s most recognizable landmarks, such as Tiananmen Square or the Arc de Triomphe. It signals that military power is intertwined with the fabric of the nation. Tomorrow’s event begins after soldiers march from the Pentagon. They head to the National Mall, passing Trump’s viewing stand on Constitution Avenue, according to Army officials. Strategic seating charts
Military parades offer a perfect photo op for leaders who want to show the world who their allies are. For Russia’s Victory Day parade, Vladimir Putin hosts the heads of nations who stuck with him after his invasion of Ukraine. French presidents frequently invite leaders of nations they wish to court. At different Bastille Day parades, they’ve sat next to Narendra Modi of India, Paul Biya of Cameroon, Hosni Mubarak of Egypt, and Trump. In fact, that seems to be where Trump got the idea for his own parade. Displays of mightThese events are displays of power. For Kim Jong-un of North Korea, they’re a chance to showcase aspects of a closed-off country and to advertise its most advanced weapons. Pyongyang’s parade often features nuclear weapons. Some experts believe these are actually props, not functional equipment. But in the world of propaganda, that doesn’t really matter. “You can have obsolete tanks, undertrained soldiers and failing logistics, but the image is what matters. In fear societies, perception is power,” said John Spencer, chair of urban warfare studies at the Modern War Institute. China makes an impression through sheer volume. In 2019, its National Day parade stretched for miles and featured more than 500 pieces of military equipment, including tanks, intercontinental missiles and hypersonic drones. It is an unmistakable message for Taiwan, upon which Beijing has designs, and the United States, experts say. Intimidating choreography
Formations of soldiers marching in perfect sync are a hallmark of every military parade. The message is not subtle: These are disciplined troops, well trained and ready to defend their homeland. For citizens at home, it stirs up pride; for potential adversaries abroad, it may give pause. Some countries incorporate acrobatic performances by soldiers or showy aircraft flyovers. Tomorrow’s event will feature 50 helicopters and parachutists who deliver a flag to Trump. Click here to see more details and photos of military parades around the world. For more: Opponents of Trump have organized “No Kings” protests nationwide to coincide with his parade in Washington tomorrow. Trump has bristled: “I don’t feel like a king, I have to go through hell to get stuff approved,” he said.
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