Texas Capitol evacuated after police identifies credible threat to US lawmakers
The Texas Department of Public Safety has ordered the Texas Capitol and its grounds to be evacuated after identifying a threat to US lawmakers who were set to attend the 'No Kings' protest later on Saturday.
The authorities took the cautionary measure in light of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses being shot earlier that day in an attack that has been dubbed as 'politically motivated.'
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This Week in Explainers: What's the latest conflict between Israel and Iran all about?
After Israel targeted Iran's nuclear programme on Friday, the two regional powers have been exchanging constant fire. The world remains on edge amid growing fear of an all-out war in West Asia. But how did Israel and Iran get here? We talk about this, the spreading LA protests and more in our weekly roundup read more Locals look at the fire at an impact site following missile attack from Iran on Israel, at central Israel June 15. The two sides have been trading strikes as the conflict escalates. Reuters West Asia is on the brink of war yet again, as Israel and Iran attack each other. It started in the early hours on Friday (June 13), when Israel targeted Iranian nuclear sites and took out top commanders and nuclear sites. The attack on the Islamic Republic was the largest since its war with Iraq in the 1980s . 'Blood for blood,' the Iranian military swore. Then Iran launched hundreds of ballistic missiles at Israel. The two sides have been exchanging strikes overnight since late Friday. Explosions were heard in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Tehran as the two sides continue to trade strikes. As tensions escalate, it remains to be seen where this conflict goes. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The United States saw unprecedented scenes throughout the week. The Los Angeles protests over immigration escalated as the Trump administration deployed the National Guard and Marines. The US president clashed with California Governor Gavin Newsom, with Trump even suggesting his arrest. The demonstrations soon spread to other parts of the country – New York City, San Francisco, Chicago, Houston, Dallas and other cities in Texas, among others. There is growing anger against Trump, who celebrated his 79th birthday on Saturday (June 14). It fell on the same day as the 250th anniversary of the US Army . A grand military parade was held in Washington, DC, as thousands participated in 'No Kings' rallies against Potus across the country. A US Army soldier walks past a Bradley fighting vehicle staged in West Potomac Park ahead of the military parade commemorating the Army's 250th anniversary and coinciding with Donald Trump's 79th birthday. AP All this and more in our weekly wrap of the big headlines from around the world. 1. It's Israel vs Iran again. But this time, the situation looks a lot more grave. Early Friday, Israel launched airstrikes against Iran, targeting its nuclear and military installations. In a big blow to the Islamic Republic, several of its top generals, including the head of its elite Revolutionary Guards, Hossein Salami, and nuclear scientists, were killed. But why did Israel attack Iran? Will this lead to a full-blown war in West Asia? We explain. Smoke rises after a missile attack in Tel Aviv, Israel, Friday, June 13. The two sides have been striking each other over the past two days. AP 2. Iran retaliated against Israel's Operation Rising Lion with a barrage of missiles . There was intense fighting between the two sides on the intervening night of Friday and Saturday. There were explosions in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Tehran. Three people were killed in Israel and dozens injured; there were also reports of a strike near a key military facility in Tel Aviv. Did Israel's Iron Dome and other famed air defence systems fail? We explain . STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 3. West Asia is on the edge of a full-blown war. The possibility of a lengthy conflict is real. But which side is stronger? How does the Israeli military compare with Iran's? This piece takes a look. A missile is launched during an air defence drill in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on January 12. Iran launched hundreds of missiles against Israel during the ongoing conflict. Iranian Army/WANA handout via Reuters 4. Now let's move our attention to the US. Los Angeles has been gripped by immigration protests, which started on June 6. The anger only escalated after the Trump administration deployed the National Guard . But what triggered the stir? A rumour of raids at a hardware store . Demonstrators gather near police officials standing guard, as protests against federal immigration sweeps continue, in Los Angeles, California, June 13. Reuters 5. Amid escalating tensions in West Asia and growing protests against Trump, Washington, DC witnessed a spectacle – a rare military parade. It was to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the US Army. And it coincided with the US president's 79th birthday. Dozens of tanks and other military hardware took centre stage at the national capital. (Don't miss the robot dogs.) As the parade unfolded, huge crowds attended the 'No Kings' protests across the country. Here are the highlights . 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Troops, tanks & tear gas: Inside US Army's grand military parade amid ‘No Kings' protest
A grand military parade celebrating 250 years of the US Army was held on Saturday (June 14) in what was the country's biggest display of military strength in decades. The event also coincided with Donald Trump's 79th birthday. As one section of the country celebrated, the other took to the streets for 'No Kings' protests. Anti-Trump protesters rallied in cities and parks, raising slogans against authoritarianism and demanding the protection of democracy and immigrant rights read more The grand military parade took place as Donald Trump continues to push his influence both within the US and internationally. Reuters Thousands of troops, tanks, military vehicles, and aircraft moved past US President Donald Trump as part of the event honouring 250 years of the US Army. The parade, held on Saturday, was the largest military display in the country in decades. It also happened to be Trump's 79th birthday. At the same time, crowds of 'No Kings' protesters filled streets, parks and public spaces, shouting slogans against authoritarianism and calling for the protection of democracy and immigrant rights. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD ALSO READ | History Today: How US Army was founded 250 years ago The parade began earlier than planned due to a forecast of thunderstorms in the Washington area. In this explainer, we look at what happened during the parade, what Trump said, how the 'No Kings' protest played out, and several images from both the event and the protests. Let's take a look: How US Army's 250th anniversary parade took place The grand military parade took place as continues to push his influence both within the US and internationally. The last time the country witnessed a similar event was in 1991, following the Gulf War. Troops and military vehicles from different time periods marched past, while a announcer listed out historic US victories in wars against Japanese, German, Chinese and Vietnamese forces. According to the US Army, the event cost up to $45 million. Nearly 7,000 troops were brought to Washington for the occasion, along with 150 military vehicles. These included more than 25 M1 Abrams tanks, 28 Stryker armoured vehicles, four Paladin self-propelled artillery units, and other weapons such as the M777 and M119 howitzers. As the armoured vehicles passed in front of Trump, over on the West Coast, the Marines he had sent to Los Angeles were seen for the first time at a public protest, standing outside a federal building. The parade aimed to show the Army's journey through history, beginning with the Battle of Lexington from the Revolutionary War to the present day. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The display also featured the US Army's earliest combat machines. Among them was the first World War I Renault tank, and aircraft like two B-25 Mitchell bombers, four P-51 Mustang fighters and one C-47 Skytrain. Later, the skies above Washington filled with the sight of UH-60 Black Hawk, AH-64 Apache and CH-47 Chinook helicopters. The final leg of the parade featured troops representing the Army's future. Leading this group was the West Point band, followed by cadets from the Texas A&M Army Corps, fresh recruits in basic training, and cadets from the Virginia Military Institute and The Citadel in South Carolina. America is 'hottest country in the world': What Trump said at the parade After watching the show of strength, Trump described the US as the 'hottest country in the world.' In a short speech, he praised the army's dedication, saying they 'fight, fight, fight, and they win, win, win.' He also issued a warning to the country's enemies, promising 'total and complete' defeat, especially with tensions rising around Israel and Iran. 'Time and again, America's enemies have learned that if you threaten the American people, our soldiers are coming for you,' Trump said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The crowd joined in to sing 'Happy Birthday' and broke out in chants of 'USA! USA!' during the event. 'No Kings' protests held across US: What happened? As Trump oversaw the military parade in Washington, thousands of Americans took to the streets across the country for 'No Kings' protests. From New York and Chicago to Los Angeles, hundreds of thousands marched in one of the largest demonstrations since Trump returned to office in January. Protesters gathered to oppose his leadership and decisions while in power. Most of the protests were peaceful, but tensions rose in Los Angeles. About an hour before a citywide curfew, police moved in to disperse the crowd, using gas, flash bangs and other non-lethal weapons. Many in the crowd fled in panic. Police said that some demonstrators threw commercial-grade fireworks, rocks and bottles. A few protesters wore gas masks and helmets, saying they would continue to stay in the area. Earlier, a group had confronted soldiers guarding a federal building, shouting 'Shame! Shame!' and 'Marines, get out of LA!' Anti-Trump groups had planned around 2,000 protests across the country to coincide with the military parade. Many were organised under the 'No Kings' slogan, calling for accountability and saying that no one should be above the law. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In Florida, protesters gathered outside Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. A smaller group also demonstrated in Paris. 'I think it's disgusting,' 42-year-old protester Sarah Hargrave told AFP in Bethesda, a Washington suburb, criticising the parade as a 'display of authoritarianism.' Among the crowd, a large puppet of Trump was seen, wearing a crown and sitting on a golden toilet. Although organisers chose not to protest directly in Washington to avoid giving more attention to the parade, some demonstrators still gathered in the capital. They held signs with slogans like 'No Fascist USA' and 'No Kings.' The protests followed last week's demonstrations against federal immigration raids, and Trump's decision to send National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles, where protestors blocked roads and set vehicles on fire. Adding to the unrest, news broke of the killing of a Democratic lawmaker and her husband in Minnesota on Saturday. The state's governor called it a targeted attack. Trump strongly condemned the incident near Minneapolis, where former state speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed. Another lawmaker and his wife were also injured in the shooting and taken to the hospital. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD With inputs from agencies
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From streets to plazas: Where and how many participated in the 'No Kings' protests across the United States
From bustling city streets to quiet public squares, millions of Americans turned out on Saturday for the nationwide 'No Kings' protest, an unprecedented display of mass dissent against President Donald Trump 's policies and what organizers described as his increasingly authoritarian rule. Demonstrations were held in over 300 cities and towns across the United States, drawing large crowds in both traditionally liberal strongholds and conservative regions. In New York City , tens of thousands flooded Fifth Avenue, stretching for blocks with chants and music echoing through Manhattan. Marchers carried upside-down American flags, a symbol of national distress, alongside protest signs supporting democracy, immigrant rights, and freedom of speech. A larger-than-life puppet of Trump — wearing a crown and seated on a golden toilet — became one of the most iconic images of the day. In Los Angeles , more than 100,000 people converged near City Hall before marching through downtown streets. The crowd included families, immigrants, and veterans, many waving Mexican and American flags. While the event remained peaceful for most of the day, clashes erupted later between protesters and police near a federal detention center. Law enforcement deployed tear gas and crowd-control munitions after some refused to disperse. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Elegant New Scooters For Seniors In 2024: The Prices May Surprise You Mobility Scooter | Search Ads Learn More Undo Seattle reported one of its largest gatherings in years, with over 70,000 people rallying downtown, according to city officials. The city's event was characterized by festive energy, with music, speeches, and community groups handing out water and flags. Meanwhile, in Atlanta , the state Capitol grounds reached capacity with more than 5,000 attendees, and thousands more listened to speeches outside the barricades. Other major events took place in Chicago, Austin, Denver, and Philadelphia . In Charlotte, North Carolina , demonstrators filled First Ward Park and then marched downtown chanting 'No kings. No crowns. We will not bow down.' In Portland , the protests extended into the evening and turned volatile outside a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement office, where federal agents used tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse the crowd after a fire was reportedly started near the building. Live Events Salt Lake City, Utah , saw a violent turn when a person was shot during a protest downtown. Police said the shooting may be linked to the demonstration, and a suspect was taken into custody. Smaller towns also saw strong turnout. In Duluth, Rochester, and St. Paul, Minnesota , thousands marched despite recent violence targeting state lawmakers. Mississippi's Capitol lawn in Jackson hosted several hundred protesters who arrived with signs, drums, and even tinfoil crowns. Protesters in Texas , including at the Austin Capitol, rallied under heightened security following threats against Democratic lawmakers. A suspect was later arrested in La Grange in connection to the threats. Back in Washington, D.C., while President Trump marked the Army's 250th anniversary with a military parade, several hundred protesters gathered at Logan Circle. A boisterous crowd chanted 'Trump must go now' while singing parodies and waving protest signs. The demonstrations came on the heels of escalating immigration enforcement raids and Trump's deployment of the National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles. Organizers say the 'No Kings' message was meant to unify Americans of all backgrounds against authoritarianism and to demand the preservation of democratic norms. 'Today, across red states and blue, rural towns and major cities, Americans stood in peaceful unity and made it clear: we don't do kings,' the No Kings Coalition said in a statement. From coast to coast, the message resonated. Whether in plazas filled with music and banners or city blocks echoing with chants of defiance, Americans showed up — not just in numbers, but in forceful solidarity. With AP Inputs
