Anthony Albanese has marked 25 years since the September 11 terrorist attacks in the US.
Ten Australians were among 2,977 people killed in the terrorist attacks in New York, Washington DC and in Pennsylvania – “lives tragically cut short far from home”.
double quotation markWe acknowledge the grief carried by their loved ones. We also honour the courage and selflessness shown in the face of unimaginable horror.
First responders ran towards danger to help others. Ordinary people reached for one another. In the worst of circumstances, we saw extraordinary acts of courage, compassion and humanity.
The prime minister said the anniversary was also an opportunity to reflect on “resilience in the face of profound loss”.
double quotation markAustralia remembers those whose lives were taken, those who survived, those we’ve lost since, and all those who continue to carry the weight of that day.
