The United States marks the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks
The United States marks the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks
Updated at: September 11, 2026 at 02:15 AM
In September 2026, the United States marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
This solemn milestone commemorates the lives lost in the deadliest act of terrorism on U.S. soil, while reflecting on the profound changes the nation has undergone over the past quarter-century.
On that tragic day, 19 al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four planes, resulting in 2,977 deaths at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and in a field in Pennsylvania.
For this 25th anniversary, the National September 11 Memorial & Museum introduced a seventh moment of silence to honor those who have since passed away due to illnesses linked to toxic exposure at the sites.
A key focus of this year's commemoration is the generational shift, as many Americans have come of age with no direct memory of the event.
Beyond remembrance, the anniversary emphasizes unity and service through projects like '9/11 Day,' which encourages citizens to transform grief into positive action.
