Israel’s Massive Attack on Iran — and Why Tomorrow’s Military Parade Is So Fraught

Tomorrow night, for the first time in decades, the United States military will put its unrivaled might on display in a parade through downtown Washington D.C.Helene Cooper, who covers national security for The Times, explains how President Trump overcame years of opposition from inside the military to get the parade and why its timing has become so fraught.David E. Sanger, who covers the White House and national security, gives an update on Israel’s attack on Iran and what it is likely to mean for the region.Guest:Helene Cooper, who covers national security issues for The New York Times.David E. Sanger, the White House and National Security Correspondent for The New York Times.Background reading: Mr. Trump’s military parade marches into a political maelstrom as troops have deployed to L.A.Israel targeted Iran’s nuclear program in major attack.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Photo: Andrew Harnik/Getty Images Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.