250th anniversary of US independence

Patriot Front, an ethno-nationalist group seeking a white ethno-state, held a large gathering in Washington, D.C., on the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. The group struggled with Metro turnstiles and aimed to create online-visible moments, with members photographed near a Black woman. Their activities are described as theatrical and focused on self-promotion.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a phone call with US President Donald Trump. Netanyahu congratulated Trump on the 250th anniversary of US independence, stating the US is a 'guarantor of global freedom' and Israel appreciates the close ties.

President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron will meet at the Palace of Versailles after the G7 summit in France to commemorate the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. Trump is also scheduled to meet with leaders of Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and India during the summit, which will address economic growth, supply chains, immigration, AI, and conflicts in Ukraine and Iran.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla are visiting the United States amid heightened US-UK tensions and the 250th anniversary of American independence. The trip includes a scheduled address to Congress and other diplomatic engagements.