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Washington, 11 September 2025.- The United States was hit by unprecedented terrorist attacks on 11 September 2001. Each year, this date not only recalls the tragedy and heroism of the victims, but also the importance of learning from it for future generations.
The attacks of 11 September 2001 marked a turning point in contemporary history. Coordinated by Al-Qaeda and led by Osama Bin Laden, they targeted the World Trade Center in New York, the Pentagon in Washington and flight United 93 in Pennsylvania. The loss of nearly 3,000 lives has profoundly affected the United States and the world, transforming approaches to security and the fight against terrorism.
On the morning of 11 September, four commercial aircraft were hijacked. The World Trade Center twin towers were struck at 0846 and 0903, causing their collapse in less than two hours. The Pentagon was struck at 937, while United 93 crashed at 1003 in Pennsylvania after the passengers' resistance. These events were followed live by the world, revealing the magnitude of the tragedy.
President George W. Bush launched the « war against terrorism »targeting the Taliban regime in Afghanistan. US intelligence agencies have been criticized for their lack of coordination, leading to major reforms, such as the creation of the Department of Homeland Security and the adoption of the Patriot Act, strengthening airport surveillance and controls.
Every year, official ceremonies in New York, Washington and Shanksville pay tribute to the victims and heroes of this day. These commemorations, which include reading names and minutes of silence, remind the world of the need to remain vigilant against terrorism while protecting democratic values.
September 11, 2001 remains engraved in collective memory. The tragedy, heroism and the upheavals it has brought recall the importance of commemorating and analysing these events in order to better prevent terrorism. Twenty-four years later, the world continues to seek the balance between security and freedom, while honouring the lives lost and the lessons left by this historic day.
R.J.
