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25 years after September 11: the stories of the Portuguese who died in the Twin Towers

Euronews Portugal11 September 2026 at 06:59

The article marks the 25 years since the September 11, 2001 attacks, focusing on the Portuguese and Luso-American victims who died in the Twin Towers in New York. Journalist Henrique Mano dedicated himself to identifying and telling the personal stories of these victims, giving them voice and memory on this anniversary.

Among the victims mentioned is João Aguiar Jr., whose name is highlighted by his sister. João Aguiar Jr.'s sister expresses the wish that her brother be remembered as someone who died as a hero, emphasizing the courage and sacrifice associated with his death during the attack. The article thus serves as a tribute to the Portuguese victims, seeking to preserve the memory of those who perished in one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in recent history.

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