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Global Leaders Congratulate U.S. on 250th Independence

7/5/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump received July 4, 2026 congratulations for the 250th anniversary.
Pope Leo XIV called in his July 4 letter for protecting immigrants as part of America’s founding.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said values shape transatlantic partnership.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked United States for Javelin missiles.
Russian President Vladimir Putin wrote that 1776 declaration was a milestone and that Russia and United States bear responsibility for security.

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U.S. President Donald Trump received July 4, 2026 congratulations for the 250th anniversary.
Pope Leo XIV called in his July 4 letter for protecting immigrants as part of America’s founding.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said values shape transatlantic partnership.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked United States for Javelin missiles.
Russian President Vladimir Putin wrote that 1776 declaration was a milestone and that Russia and United States bear responsibility for security.