US President Donald Trump is celebrating his 80th birthday on Sunday (June 14) and he has made sure that he makes it a spectacle. A UFC-style cage fighting event has been organised on the South Lawn of the White House. Thousands of spectators will take part in the celebration as it comes as America's oldest president faces political pressure over several major issues, including the Iran war, inflation concerns and questions around his age and health. Stating that he would sign the peace agreement with Iran on Sunday, Trump has already hinted that he would give the world a birthday gift by ending the war he himself started in February 2026. Earlier, he also said that Gulf nations would have to be a part of the Abraham Accords if he signs a peace deal with Iran. As Trump turns 80, and turns the pages of his presidency, he appears determined to cement his place in West Asia's history.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-trump-meet-will-g7-pave-the-way-for-an-india-us-trade-breakthrough-1781420074420">Modi-Trump meet: Will G7 pave the way for an India-US trade breakthrough?</a><h2>The Iran war</h2>After coming to power, Trump made it clear that Iran was his enemy and within six months, he launched an attack on the country, claiming to have “obliterated” the nuclear sites within the country. He has maintained that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons. As he completed a year in office, he launched a war against Iran alongside Israel, killing Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The war has continued for more than 100 days, leading to global energy crisis. As the world stares at the uncertainty of the war, Trump has now said that he has ended the war and peace deal will be signed on Sunday. Whether or not he has achieved his war goals remains to be seen, but for now, he has put the world in mess and is attempting hard to portray it as a victory - right on his birthday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-ended-the-war-today-trump-s-big-declaration-after-halting-iran-strikes-what-s-really-happening-1781229576328">'We ended the war today': Trump's BIG declaration after halting Iran strikes</a><h2>The Israel bonhomie&nbsp;</h2>The US and Israel bonhomie dates back to the very founding of Israel in 1948. With Trump, the relationship has just gotten better. Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have been touted as a team, united by a shared hardline stance on Iran, strong support for Israel's security priorities, and a willingness to challenge longstanding diplomatic conventions in the region. At an individual level, both leaders, for their own political goals in their countries, have attempted to show that it is they who call the shots. They have been successful in pressuring each other in several matters, including the war in Iran. More recently, Trump has even made an expletive-filled call to Netanyahu, while the Israeli PM has vowed not to stop his war on Hezbollah even if the US signs a peace deal with Iran. Recent differences aside, Trump and Netanyahu have largely been on the same page, with Trump using the Iran war in favour of Israel to pressure Muslim nations to normalise ties with Israel and officially recognise the nation. Muslim nations have been at loggerheads with Israel due to the Palestine issue.<h2>The Syrian truce&nbsp;</h2>In what can be easily termed as the most unprecedented diplomatic alliance, Trump has forged a bond with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa after the Syrian civil war ended, leading to the flight of Bashar al-Assad. The United States not only removed al-Sharaa from its terrorism blacklist and but the country also extended waivers on punitive enforcement of the 2019 Caesar Act and lifted heavy economic sanctions against Syria. Sharaa became first Syrian leader to visit the White House as Trump hosted him and called him a ‘tough attractive guy.’<h2>The Qatari connection&nbsp;</h2>Trump's Qatar links have been under scrutiny as the leader undertook a trip throughout West Asia few months into his second term. During that trip, the Qatari royal family gifted the Trump administration an ultra-luxurious Boeing 747-8 jetliner valued at $400 million. Trump accepted the aircraft as an interim or temporary replacement for the aging 40-year-old Air Force One. The gift ignited a political furor. Democrats and some Republicans flagged it as a potential violation of the US Constitution's Emoluments Clause, calling it a massive foreign “bribe.” Trump defended the transaction on Truth Social, calling it a "great gesture" that saves American taxpayers money. Qatar continues to serve as the key diplomatic bridge between Washington and regional actors and hosts the vital Al Udeid Air Base— the forward command center for U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). Additionally, Trump secured a massive $96 billion defense and commercial deal with Qatar for over 200 Boeing aircraft. Several media reports also point at links between Qatar and Trump's family business deals.<h2>Trump's bond with Bahrain and Kuwait&nbsp;</h2>For Trump, Kuwait and Bahrain represented both steadfast security partners and increasingly independent Gulf states. Following Iranian retaliatory attacks that struck targets in both countries, Trump publicly thanked Kuwait and Bahrain—along with Saudi Arabia and the UAE—and pledged that the United States "will not let them get hurt." Yet the limits of Washington's influence were also on display when Kuwait and Bahrain joined Qatar and Saudi Arabia in refusing to grant US forces access to their airspace and military bases for a regional military initiative known as "Project Freedom." The move underscored a growing willingness among Gulf nations to assert their sovereignty and avoid being drawn into broader regional conflicts without a clear regional consensus.

US President Donald Trump is celebrating his 80th birthday with a UFC-style cage fighting event on the White House South Lawn. The unusual spectacle comes as he faces scrutiny over Iran tensions, inflation concerns, and questions about his age and health.

US President Donald Trump is celebrating his 80th birthday on Sunday (June 14) and he has made sure that he makes it a spectacle. A UFC-style cage fighting event has been organised on the South Lawn of the White House. Thousands of spectators will take part in the celebration as it comes as America's oldest president faces political pressure over several major issues, including the Iran war, inflation concerns and questions around his age and health. Stating that he would sign the peace agreement with Iran on Sunday, Trump has already hinted that he would give the world a birthday gift by ending the war he himself started in February 2026. Earlier, he also said that Gulf nations would have to be a part of the Abraham Accords if he signs a peace deal with Iran. As Trump turns 80, and turns the pages of his presidency, he appears determined to cement his place in West Asia's history. Also Read: Modi-Trump meet: Will G7 pave the way for an India-US trade breakthrough? The Iran war After coming to power, Trump made it clear that Iran was his enemy and within six months, he launched an attack on the country, claiming to have “obliterated” the nuclear sites within the country. He has maintained that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons. As he completed a year in office, he launched a war against Iran alongside Israel, killing Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The war has continued for more than 100 days, leading to global energy crisis. As the world stares at the uncertainty of the war, Trump has now said that he has ended the war and peace deal will be signed on Sunday. Whether or not he has achieved his war goals remains to be seen, but for now, he has put the world in mess and is attempting hard to portray it as a victory - right on his birthday. Also Read: 'We ended the war today': Trump's BIG declaration after halting Iran strikes The Israel bonhomie The US and Israel bonhomie dates back to the very founding of Israel in 1948. With Trump, the relationship has just gotten better. Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have been touted as a team, united by a shared hardline stance on Iran, strong support for Israel's security priorities, and a willingness to challenge longstanding diplomatic conventions in the region. At an individual level, both leaders, for their own political goals in their countries, have attempted to show that it is they who call the shots. They have been successful in pressuring each other in several matters, including the war in Iran. More recently, Trump has even made an expletive-filled call to Netanyahu, while the Israeli PM has vowed not to stop his war on Hezbollah even if the US signs a peace deal with Iran. Recent differences aside, Trump and Netanyahu have largely been on the same page, with Trump using the Iran war in favour of Israel to pressure Muslim nations to normalise ties with Israel and officially recognise the nation. Muslim nations have been at loggerheads with Israel due to the Palestine issue. The Syrian truce In what can be easily termed as the most unprecedented diplomatic alliance, Trump has forged a bond with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa after the Syrian civil war ended, leading to the flight of Bashar al-Assad. The United States not only removed al-Sharaa from its terrorism blacklist and but the country also extended waivers on punitive enforcement of the 2019 Caesar Act and lifted heavy economic sanctions against Syria. Sharaa became first Syrian leader to visit the White House as Trump hosted him and called him a ‘tough attractive guy.’ The Qatari connection Trump's Qatar links have been under scrutiny as the leader undertook a trip throughout West Asia few months into his second term. During that trip, the Qatari royal family gifted the Trump administration an ultra-luxurious Boeing 747-8 jetliner valued at $400 million. Trump accepted the aircraft as an interim or temporary replacement for the aging 40-year-old Air Force One. The gift ignited a political furor. Democrats and some Republicans flagged it as a potential violation of the US Constitution's Emoluments Clause, calling it a massive foreign “bribe.” Trump defended the transaction on Truth Social, calling it a "great gesture" that saves American taxpayers money. Qatar continues to serve as the key diplomatic bridge between Washington and regional actors and hosts the vital Al Udeid Air Base— the forward command center for U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). Additionally, Trump secured a massive $96 billion defense and commercial deal with Qatar for over 200 Boeing aircraft. Several media reports also point at links between Qatar and Trump's family business deals. Trump's bond with Bahrain and Kuwait For Trump, Kuwait and Bahrain represented both steadfast security partners and increasingly independent Gulf states. Following Iranian retaliatory attacks that struck targets in both countries, Trump publicly thanked Kuwait and Bahrain—along with Saudi Arabia and the UAE—and pledged that the United States "will not let them get hurt." Yet the limits of Washington's influence were also on display when Kuwait and Bahrain joined Qatar and Saudi Arabia in refusing to grant US forces access to their airspace and military bases for a regional military initiative known as "Project Freedom." The move underscored a growing willingness among Gulf nations to assert their sovereignty and avoid being drawn into broader regional conflicts without a clear regional consensus.

US President Donald Trump is celebrating his 80th birthday with a UFC-style cage fighting event on the White House South Lawn. The unusual spectacle comes as he faces scrutiny over Iran tensions, inflation concerns, and questions about his age and health.

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US President Donald Trump, who will be celebrating his 80th birthday on June 14, admitted that he’s not looking forward to the upcoming milestone. The statement by the US president comes despite organising a grand celebration and an UFC fight at the White House to mark the occasion. In a new video, Trump says that he is not happy with his birthday and he does not like the number 80. The video was posted by former TV star and Administrator of the US Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Dr Mehmet Oz. The administrator had joined Trump in the Oval Office for his own birthday. Dr. Oz turned 66 years old on Wednesday and met Trump at the Oval Office. In the video, he is seen seated beside Trump while mentioning the upcoming UFC fight. Trump invites Dr Oz to attend and then wishes him a happy birthday&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-not-reached-final-conclusion-foreign-ministry-says-after-trump-claim-of-imminent-deal-1781221927724">'Iran not reached final conclusion': Foreign ministry says after Trump claim</a><h2>What Trump said?</h2>Trump said: "You’re a young man, you have many, many years to go, you’re doing a fantastic job.” He continued, “I just wanted to wish you a happy birthday. You don’t have to wish me a happy birthday, because I’m not happy about that birthday. It’s a number that I never thought really too much about. It’s not a number I like, but I’m here nonetheless.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">President Trump offered a great birthday present... I get to attend his! <a href="https://t.co/PHuMeGLreU">pic.twitter.com/PHuMeGLreU</a>&mdash; DrOzCMS (@DrOzCMS) <a href="https://x.com/DrOzCMS/status/2065044105365688349?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 11, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-ended-the-war-today-trump-s-big-declaration-after-halting-iran-strikes-what-s-really-happening-1781229576328">'We ended the war today': Trump's BIG declaration after halting Iran strikes</a><h2>How will Trump celebrate his birthday?</h2>The US president is hosting a series of UFC matches on the ocassion of 250th year of United States and will be spending his birthday on Sunday hosting one such fight at the White House. First lady Melania Trump is expected to attend, alongside Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, Eric and Lara Trump, and Donald Trump Jr. and his new wife, Bettina Trump. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is also on the guest list.

Trump joked that he is “not happy” about his upcoming milestone birthday while speaking with Dr. Mehmet Oz. Trump is set to celebrate the occasion by hosting a UFC event at the White House, attended by family members, close allies and senior administration officials.

US President Donald Trump, who will be celebrating his 80th birthday on June 14, admitted that he’s not looking forward to the upcoming milestone. The statement by the US president comes despite organising a grand celebration and an UFC fight at the White House to mark the occasion. In a new video, Trump says that he is not happy with his birthday and he does not like the number 80. The video was posted by former TV star and Administrator of the US Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Dr Mehmet Oz. The administrator had joined Trump in the Oval Office for his own birthday. Dr. Oz turned 66 years old on Wednesday and met Trump at the Oval Office. In the video, he is seen seated beside Trump while mentioning the upcoming UFC fight. Trump invites Dr Oz to attend and then wishes him a happy birthday Also Read: 'Iran not reached final conclusion': Foreign ministry says after Trump claim What Trump said? Trump said: "You’re a young man, you have many, many years to go, you’re doing a fantastic job.” He continued, “I just wanted to wish you a happy birthday. You don’t have to wish me a happy birthday, because I’m not happy about that birthday. It’s a number that I never thought really too much about. It’s not a number I like, but I’m here nonetheless.”

Trump joked that he is “not happy” about his upcoming milestone birthday while speaking with Dr. Mehmet Oz. Trump is set to celebrate the occasion by hosting a UFC event at the White House, attended by family members, close allies and senior administration officials.

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An Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fight planned at the White House will take place on Donald Trump's 80th birthday, the president said, despite the much-hyped event being previously announced for July 4.&nbsp;"On June 14 next year, we're going to have a big UFC fight at the White House -- right at the White House, on the grounds of the White House," Trump told a crowd of Navy sailors at the huge naval base Norfolk in Virginia.&nbsp;He did not mention that June 14 is his birthday or that next year will be his 80th.&nbsp;On Trump's 79th birthday this year, he held a military parade that was meant to commemorate the founding of the US Army.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/la-liga-sevilla-demolish-toothless-barcelona-as-atletico-madrid-drop-points-1759721944218">La Liga: Sevilla demolish toothless Barcelona as Atletico drop points</a>&nbsp;In August, UFC boss Dana White said the mixed martial arts bout at the White House would be held on July 4 next year, the day the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its founding.&nbsp;Trump has been a regular guest at the often-bloody UFC contests, where fighters punch, kick and grapple with their opponent in a no-holds-barred battle to submission or knockout.&nbsp;Bringing the brutal combat sport to the center of US political power will mark a historic first.&nbsp;At a press conference shared on UFC's YouTube channel, White said that early next year "we'll start looking at building the White House card, which I will right now tell you will be the greatest fight card ever assembled in the history of definitely this company."&nbsp;Ultimate Fighting Championship is the largest and most successful organization in the burgeoning world of MMA, a blend of martial arts disciplines like jiu-jitsu, kickboxing, boxing and wrestling.&nbsp;Bouts take place in an eight-sided ring -- dubbed "The Octagon" -- bounded by a chainlink fence.&nbsp;With few exceptions -- such as eye-gouging -- male and female fighters are allowed to employ almost any technique to attack their opponent.&nbsp;The sport's popularity with young men -- a key demographic in the 2024 US election -- and Trump's long association with the UFC, have made the president a regular fixture at some of its more high-profile events, where he is greeted like a rock star.&nbsp;Its brutal nature and high injury rate mean the sport is controversial, with doctors decrying the potential for brain damage amongst fighters who are repeatedly hit in the head, though it has gained increasing mainstream acceptance in recent years.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

On Trump's 79th birthday this year, he held a military parade that was meant to commemorate the founding of the US Army.

An Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fight planned at the White House will take place on Donald Trump's 80th birthday, the president said, despite the much-hyped event being previously announced for July 4. "On June 14 next year, we're going to have a big UFC fight at the White House -- right at the White House, on the grounds of the White House," Trump told a crowd of Navy sailors at the huge naval base Norfolk in Virginia. He did not mention that June 14 is his birthday or that next year will be his 80th. On Trump's 79th birthday this year, he held a military parade that was meant to commemorate the founding of the US Army. Also read | La Liga: Sevilla demolish toothless Barcelona as Atletico drop points In August, UFC boss Dana White said the mixed martial arts bout at the White House would be held on July 4 next year, the day the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its founding. Trump has been a regular guest at the often-bloody UFC contests, where fighters punch, kick and grapple with their opponent in a no-holds-barred battle to submission or knockout. Bringing the brutal combat sport to the center of US political power will mark a historic first. At a press conference shared on UFC's YouTube channel, White said that early next year "we'll start looking at building the White House card, which I will right now tell you will be the greatest fight card ever assembled in the history of definitely this company." Ultimate Fighting Championship is the largest and most successful organization in the burgeoning world of MMA, a blend of martial arts disciplines like jiu-jitsu, kickboxing, boxing and wrestling. Bouts take place in an eight-sided ring -- dubbed "The Octagon" -- bounded by a chainlink fence. With few exceptions -- such as eye-gouging -- male and female fighters are allowed to employ almost any technique to attack their opponent. The sport's popularity with young men -- a key demographic in the 2024 US election -- and Trump's long association with the UFC, have made the president a regular fixture at some of its more high-profile events, where he is greeted like a rock star. Its brutal nature and high injury rate mean the sport is controversial, with doctors decrying the potential for brain damage amongst fighters who are repeatedly hit in the head, though it has gained increasing mainstream acceptance in recent years. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

On Trump's 79th birthday this year, he held a military parade that was meant to commemorate the founding of the US Army.

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US President Donald <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/trump">Trump</a>&nbsp;is planning to celebrate his 79th birthday and the US Army's 250th anniversary in one huge celebration, that will reportedly include parades, tanks, cannons and warplanes.&nbsp;
His birthday celebration will cost somewhere between $25 million to $45 million in taxpayers dollars, Reuters reported citing US officials.
The twin celebration will include as many as 25 tanks rolling through Washington, 6,500 troops, and around 150 vehicles and 50 aircraft moving to Washington, to mark Trump's birthday and Army's anniversary.
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The cost will also depend on whether there will be a massive parade or not. However, these estimated costs do not include what the Beltway would have to bear post celebration, including trash pickup and road repairs from the weight of the tanks.&nbsp;
The official further said that the Army is planning on sending about two dozen M1 Abrams tanks for the celebration.
Earlier Reuters reported that Trump's plan would include more than 6500 troops, about 150 vehicles and 50 aircraft moving to Washington.&nbsp;
The parade will also feature thousands of soldiers who will be housed in Trump's government office buildings in Washington DC, according to new Army planning documents received by USA Today. One of the Defence Department officials said, &ldquo;Bring your sleeping bags.&rdquo;
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<h2>Critics react</h2>
After Trump's plan went viral, critics started slamming the administration, calling such a parade &nbsp;an authoritarian display of power that is wasteful, given the mission of Trump and Elon Musk&rsquo;s "so-called Department of Government Efficiency."
Such military parades in the US are rare, while it is usual in other countries during victories celebration in battle, or showcasing military might.&nbsp;
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His birthday celebration will cost somewhere between $25 million to $45 million in taxpayers dollars, Reuters reported citing US officials. WORLD trending

US President Donald Trump is planning to celebrate his 79th birthday and the US Army's 250th anniversary in one huge celebration, that will reportedly include parades, tanks, cannons and warplanes. His birthday celebration will cost somewhere between $25 million to $45 million in taxpayers dollars, Reuters reported citing US officials. The twin celebration will include as many as 25 tanks rolling through Washington, 6,500 troops, and around 150 vehicles and 50 aircraft moving to Washington, to mark Trump's birthday and Army's anniversary. Also read: Trump’s Qatar visit: US inks deals worth more than $240 billion with Qatar, Boeing lands record deal The cost will also depend on whether there will be a massive parade or not. However, these estimated costs do not include what the Beltway would have to bear post celebration, including trash pickup and road repairs from the weight of the tanks. The official further said that the Army is planning on sending about two dozen M1 Abrams tanks for the celebration. Earlier Reuters reported that Trump's plan would include more than 6500 troops, about 150 vehicles and 50 aircraft moving to Washington. The parade will also feature thousands of soldiers who will be housed in Trump's government office buildings in Washington DC, according to new Army planning documents received by USA Today. One of the Defence Department officials said, “Bring your sleeping bags.” Also read: 'Flying palace': What's inside Qatar's $400M luxury airplane for Donald Trump Critics react After Trump's plan went viral, critics started slamming the administration, calling such a parade an authoritarian display of power that is wasteful, given the mission of Trump and Elon Musk’s "so-called Department of Government Efficiency." Such military parades in the US are rare, while it is usual in other countries during victories celebration in battle, or showcasing military might. Also read: Trump's homeland secretary Kristi Noem to get $50 million private jet? What we know about her luxury demand

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Tanks, howitzers, helicopters and 6,000 troops could soon storm through Washington, DC, not for war &mdash; but for a military spectacle straight out of US President Donald Trump's vision for American might and his birthday celebrations.
As the US Army prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/donald-trump-0">Donald Trump</a>, as per reports, is pushing for a massive military parade that would double as a patriotic pageant and a power play. It just so happens to coincide with his 79th birthday on June 14.
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<h2>Honour the American army or a grand birthday party?</h2>
Taking to X, White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly wrote: Trump "will honour American Veterans, active-duty service members, and military history with a military parade!"
As per US Army spokeswoman Heather Hagan, the celebration of the US Army's birthday will feature fireworks and a festival on the National Mall.
She further revealed that the grand celebration would feature "approximately 150 vehicles, 50 aircraft, and 6,600 soldiers".
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"Given the significant milestone of 250 years, the Army is exploring options to make the celebration even bigger, with more capability demonstrations, additional displays of equipment, and more engagement with the community," Hagan said.
The parade, as per a Daily Mail report citing DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, would run through the heart of the capital &mdash; from Arlington across the Potomac into downtown DC &mdash; a route not unlike those used by other world powers to flaunt their military muscle.
"We're going to start celebrating our victories again," declared Trump on Truth Social on Thursday night. He also announced that he was "renaming May 8th as Victory Day for World War II and November 11th as Victory Day for World War I".
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<h2>Trump's Bastille Day-like celebration plans &ndash; rebooted</h2>
Apparently, this isn't Trump's first attempt at a grand parade. His desire for military pageantry began during his first term after watching France's Bastille Day celebrations in Paris alongside the then-French President Emmanuel Macron.
But his earlier plan was estimated by the Pentagon to cost a whopping $92 million and was shelved amid resistance and concerns over tanks destroying DC roads.
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Trending | World | Tanks, helicopters, and thousands of troops could soon parade in Washington, showcasing American military might in a patriotic display planned by President Trump.

Tanks, howitzers, helicopters and 6,000 troops could soon storm through Washington, DC, not for war — but for a military spectacle straight out of US President Donald Trump's vision for American might and his birthday celebrations. As the US Army prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, President Donald Trump, as per reports, is pushing for a massive military parade that would double as a patriotic pageant and a power play. It just so happens to coincide with his 79th birthday on June 14. Also read | Trump mocks Pope Francis' death? US President posts AI image in papal attire, netizens call it ‘Blasphemy’ Honour the American army or a grand birthday party? Taking to X, White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly wrote: Trump "will honour American Veterans, active-duty service members, and military history with a military parade!" As per US Army spokeswoman Heather Hagan, the celebration of the US Army's birthday will feature fireworks and a festival on the National Mall. She further revealed that the grand celebration would feature "approximately 150 vehicles, 50 aircraft, and 6,600 soldiers". Also read | Trump 'OK' with US recession says 'anything can happen,' claims US will have 'historic boom' later "Given the significant milestone of 250 years, the Army is exploring options to make the celebration even bigger, with more capability demonstrations, additional displays of equipment, and more engagement with the community," Hagan said. The parade, as per a Daily Mail report citing DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, would run through the heart of the capital — from Arlington across the Potomac into downtown DC — a route not unlike those used by other world powers to flaunt their military muscle. "We're going to start celebrating our victories again," declared Trump on Truth Social on Thursday night. He also announced that he was "renaming May 8th as Victory Day for World War II and November 11th as Victory Day for World War I". Trump's Bastille Day-like celebration plans – rebooted Apparently, this isn't Trump's first attempt at a grand parade. His desire for military pageantry began during his first term after watching France's Bastille Day celebrations in Paris alongside the then-French President Emmanuel Macron. But his earlier plan was estimated by the Pentagon to cost a whopping $92 million and was shelved amid resistance and concerns over tanks destroying DC roads. Also read | 'Tone-deaf' Trump's disrespectful behaviour at Pope's funeral ignites online hate: 'Moron embarrassed us on world stage'

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Former US president Donald Trump marked his 78th birthday on Friday (June 14) by addressing a crowd in Florida. He repetitively dismissed his opponent in November’s election, 81-year-old President Joe Biden, calling him too weak to handle a second term.

“Our country is being destroyed by unqualified people,” said Trump, who spent significant portions of a light-hearted speech teasing Biden. "All presidents should undergo aptitude tests," he said.

Donald Trump addressed ‘Club 47’ fan club members at a convention center in West Palm Beach. Tickets to the former president’s birthday celebration were priced between $25 and $60 and got sold out several days prior.&nbsp;

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To celebrate Trump’s birthday, organisers brought a towering, multi-layered cake. The cake was decorated with images of Trump and topped with a red MAGA (Make America Great Again) hat.

As Trump took the stage, the crowd chanted “Happy Birthday” and “USA! USA!”

“This is the biggest birthday party I’ve ever had by far,” Trump said.

While mocking Biden, including stating that the president frequently "doesn't know where the hell he is," Trump also delivered a conflicting message to his supporters.&nbsp;

He endorsed early voting, voting by mail, and in-person voting on Election Day, but later remarked, "I actually tell our people, we don't need your vote. We've already secured numerous votes."

Meanwhile, in a birthday message to him, the Joe Biden presidential campaign labeled Trump as a ‘crook, a failure, and a fraud.’

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"Happy birthday, Donald. You're a crook, a failure, a fraud, and a threat to our democracy, economy, rights, and future," the Biden campaign said.

Further, the Biden administration also shared a mocking list of Trump's 78 ‘accomplishments’, saying that the former US President was the first one to be convicted and indicted on various charges.

In a separate post on X, Joe Biden wrote, "Happy 78th birthday, Donald. Take it from one old guy to another: Age is just a number. This election, however, is a choice."

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Notably, Biden will turn 82 shortly after Elections in November and 86 years old by the end of a second term.

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Former US president Donald Trump marked his 78th birthday on Friday (June 14) by addressing a crowd in Florida. He repetitively dismissed his opponent in November’s election, 81-year-old President Joe Biden, calling him too weak to handle a second term.

Former US president Donald Trump marked his 78th birthday on Friday (June 14) by addressing a crowd in Florida. He repetitively dismissed his opponent in November’s election, 81-year-old President Joe Biden, calling him too weak to handle a second term. “Our country is being destroyed by unqualified people,” said Trump, who spent significant portions of a light-hearted speech teasing Biden. "All presidents should undergo aptitude tests," he said. Donald Trump addressed ‘Club 47’ fan club members at a convention center in West Palm Beach. Tickets to the former president’s birthday celebration were priced between $25 and $60 and got sold out several days prior. Also read: US judge blocks Biden protections for LGBT students in four states To celebrate Trump’s birthday, organisers brought a towering, multi-layered cake. The cake was decorated with images of Trump and topped with a red MAGA (Make America Great Again) hat. As Trump took the stage, the crowd chanted “Happy Birthday” and “USA! USA!” “This is the biggest birthday party I’ve ever had by far,” Trump said. While mocking Biden, including stating that the president frequently "doesn't know where the hell he is," Trump also delivered a conflicting message to his supporters. He endorsed early voting, voting by mail, and in-person voting on Election Day, but later remarked, "I actually tell our people, we don't need your vote. We've already secured numerous votes." Meanwhile, in a birthday message to him, the Joe Biden presidential campaign labeled Trump as a ‘crook, a failure, and a fraud.’ × "Happy birthday, Donald. You're a crook, a failure, a fraud, and a threat to our democracy, economy, rights, and future," the Biden campaign said. Further, the Biden administration also shared a mocking list of Trump's 78 ‘accomplishments’, saying that the former US President was the first one to be convicted and indicted on various charges. In a separate post on X, Joe Biden wrote, "Happy 78th birthday, Donald. Take it from one old guy to another: Age is just a number. This election, however, is a choice." Happy 78th birthday, Donald. Take it from one old guy to another: Age is just a number. This election, however, is a choice. pic.twitter.com/8KssiJuJwQ — Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) June 14, 2024 × Notably, Biden will turn 82 shortly after Elections in November and 86 years old by the end of a second term. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump turns 78, criticises his 81-year-old rival Joe Biden's age

US President Donald Trump marked his 74th birthday on June 14 as protests continued to rage across the United States. Trump was seen returning to the White House for his birthday from West Point in New York where he was attending a graduation ceremony at the West Point military academy. Watch report.

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