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Some 9/11 families call on Trump to hold Saudis accountable during NYC ceremony

Some 9/11 families call on Trump to hold Saudis accountable during NYC ceremony

Summary

During the 25th anniversary ceremony of the 9/11 attacks, several family members of victims asked President Donald Trump to hold Saudi Arabia responsible for the attacks. They said previous U.S. administrations protected Saudi Arabia and urged Trump to release classified documents that could show Saudi involvement.

Key Facts

  • The ceremony marked 25 years since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
  • Terry Strada, who lost her husband in the attacks, criticized past presidents for protecting Saudi Arabia.
  • Many 9/11 hijackers were Saudi nationals, but Saudi Arabia denies involvement.
  • Families of victims are suing Saudi Arabia, seeking accountability.
  • President Trump was attending a ceremony at the Pentagon during the New York memorial event.
  • Family members asked Vice President JD Vance to deliver the message to the White House.
  • A relative of a victim called on President Trump to release unredacted files that could provide evidence.
  • Some U.S. lawmakers have requested a review of classified documents related to Saudi Arabia’s role.
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