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United States Marks 25th Anniversary of September 11 Terrorist Attacks
Just the facts
Memorial events at Ground Zero in Lower Manhattan included former Presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden, and George W. Bush alongside family members of victims. The ceremony featured seven moments of silence, adding a seventh moment specifically to honor first responders and survivors who succumbed to chronic illnesses linked to exposure at the World Trade Center site. In New York City, thousands of light-emitting drones illuminated the skyline above the former Twin Towers site to honor the 2,977 victims. Major League Baseball teams, including the New York Yankees and New York Mets, held joint tributes during anniversary games.
Why this is news
Communities and official delegations across the United States gathered to observe the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Ceremonies were held in New York City, Arlington, Virginia, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
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