The United States has marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks with solemn ceremonies in New York, Virginia and Pennsylvania.
At Ground Zero, relatives read the names of the 2,977 victims as moments of silence recalled the four hijacked aircraft and the collapse of the World Trade Center towers.
President Donald Trump attended the Pentagon ceremony, where 184 people were killed, while Vice President JD Vance and former presidents joined commemorations in New York.
Organisers added recognition for people who later died from illnesses associated with toxic dust released during the destruction and recovery operation.
The anniversary renewed discussion of the attacks’ lasting consequences, including wars abroad, changes to intelligence and airport security, expanded surveillance and discrimination experienced by Muslim communities.
Memorial services, volunteer activities and educational events across the country emphasised remembrance of the victims, survivors and emergency personnel who responded that day.
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