America Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 as Nation Remembers Nearly 3,000 Victims
The United States marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks on Friday with solemn ceremonies across the country, honoring the nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives in the attacks.
Memorial events were held in New York City, at the Pentagon in Virginia and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, where Americans gathered to remember the victims and pay tribute to first responders and others affected by the tragedy.
President Donald Trump attended the main remembrance ceremony at the Pentagon, where the names of the 184 people killed at the Pentagon were read aloud. A bell tolled between the names as families, officials and military leaders gathered for the ceremony.
Trump spoke about the unity that followed the attacks and emphasized the importance of remembering the victims.
“We will never, ever forget,” Trump said during his remarks.
Vice President JD Vance attended the ceremony in New York City, while other administration officials participated in events in Pennsylvania.
At the National September 11 Memorial in New York, families and visitors gathered to read the names of those who died. Moments of silence were observed throughout the ceremony, reflecting the key moments of the attacks.
Twenty-five years later, the legacy of September 11 continues to shape American national security, foreign policy and the lives of families who lost loved ones.
The anniversary also highlights the long-term impact on first responders and survivors. Many people who were exposed to the toxic dust and smoke following the attacks continue to face serious health challenges.
Across the country, Americans are using the anniversary to remember those who died, honor those who responded and reflect on how the attacks changed the nation.
The 25th anniversary serves as a reminder that, despite the passage of time, the memories of September 11 remain deeply connected to the history and identity of the United States.
Source: Associated Press / Reuters