US Celebrates 250 Years Since Declaration of Independence
The US marks Independence Day with grand celebrations in Washington, including a flyover of hundreds of aircraft and a fireworks display touted as the largest in the nation's history. The new Air Force One, a gift from Qatar, participates for the first time.
Celebrations in Washington and Controversies
The United States is celebrating Independence Day, marking 250 years since the Declaration of Independence. The main festivities are taking place in Washington, D.C., featuring a flyover of hundreds of airplanes and a spectacular fireworks display that organizers call the largest in the country's history. For the first time, the new presidential aircraft Air Force One, gifted to the US by Qatar, will take part in the celebrations, according to "Aktuaalne kaamera".
Criticism and Cancellations Due to Heat
Critics accuse Donald Trump of politicizing the national holiday, and several musicians have refused to perform. Additionally, celebrations in some states had to be canceled due to extreme heat.
