9/11 25th anniversary: Condoleezza Rice expresses remorse over failure to prevent attacks, cites ‘trauma’ US endured
Americans commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, reflecting on the profound loss and impact. Condoleezza Rice expressed regret over the unrecognized threat and the enduring trauma faced by victims' families and the nation.
On the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, former US national security advisor Condoleezza Rice expressed deep remorse for the failure to prevent the attacks and the subsequent trauma endured by the nation. In a ceremony at the Pentagon, Rice conveyed her profound sorrow for not recognizing the threat in time to prevent the tragedy, as well as the pain experienced by the families of the victims.
The September 11 attacks resulted in nearly 3,000 deaths, following an al-Qaeda plot to hijack four commercial planes and crash them into key US landmarks. The attacks led to substantial political changes, including the War on Terror, increased presidential powers, and extensive surveillance measures. Memorial events across the US include wreath-laying ceremonies, moments of silence, and readings of victims' names, while volunteer initiatives are held in remembrance of the attacks.
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