The ceremonies commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks took place on Thursday, with New York as the main stage for the tributes to the victims. The event marked a quarter of a century since the terrorist attacks that changed the history of the United States and the world.
The numerous victims of the attacks were honored with a minute of silence during the ceremonies. This moment of reflection allowed those present and viewers to remember the thousands of people who lost their lives in the attacks on that fateful day.
New York was the central location of the numerous commemorative actions, bringing together survivors, victims' families, authorities and ordinary citizens. The choice of location reflects the symbolic importance of the attack on the World Trade Center for the city and the country.
The 25th anniversary represents a significant milestone in American collective memory, allowing reflections on the lasting impact of the attacks on American society, politics and security.
