Political leaders marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks by framing the ongoing US-led military campaign against Iran as a direct extension of the fight against terrorism, drawing a controversial link to the deadliest terrorist attack in American history. During a memorial ceremony, the president and defense secretary emphasized the war’s connection to the 2001 attacks, shifting focus from honoring victims to justifying a prolonged conflict with no clear resolution. Critics argue such remarks risk politicizing the solemn anniversary, while supporters see the campaign as a necessary counterterrorism measure. The debate over the war’s legitimacy continues as the U.S. maintains its military engagement in the region.
President and defense secretary try to link worst terrorist attack in US history to current unpopular warUS politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump and Pete Hegseth used remarks at the memorial ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11 to defend the US-Israel war on Iran – and suggest the controversial conflict was part of the legacy of the worst terrorist attack in US history.While such ceremonies on September 11 typically focus on the victims of the 2001 attacks, the US president and his defense secretary each pointed to the war they launched on Iran more than six months ago, with no end in sight. Continue reading...
