Sep 11, 2026
- Memorial services are being held across the US and UK to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, which killed 2,977 people in 2001.
- Commemorations include ceremonies at the World Trade Center, Pentagon and Flight 93 memorial, alongside events in London.
- Families, political leaders and members of the public are paying tribute to those killed in the attacks.
Memorial services are being held in the United States and the UK on Friday to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, which killed 2,977 people in 2001.
The attacks saw hijackers crash two aircraft into the World Trade Center in New York, while another aircraft struck the Pentagon near Washington. A fourth hijacked aircraft, Flight 93, crashed in Pennsylvania after passengers fought back.
The main World Trade Center remembrance ceremony in New York will include six moments of silence marking key moments of the attacks, beginning at 1.46pm UK time, when the first aircraft struck the North Tower. Families of victims will also read the names of those who died. US President Donald Trump is due to speak at a Pentagon ceremony honouring the 184 people who died when Flight 77 struck the building, while an annual ceremony at the Flight 93 memorial will include a reading of the names of the passengers and crew, followed by a wreath laying.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks in a post published on LinkedIn, paying tribute to those who lost their lives. “After 25 years, our memories of the 9/11 terrorist attacks have not faded. We honor and remember those who lost their lives that day,” IATA said.
The association also reaffirmed its focus on aviation safety and security, describing it as its “top priority”.
“Aviation is a force for good, fulfilling the fundamental need for people to connect,” IATA said. “Air travel will continue to bring together loved ones, strengthen ties between countries, and link economies.”
Commemorations are also taking place in London, including services remembering the 67 Britons who were killed. A ceremony is scheduled at the US Embassy later in the day.
A series of events on both sides of the Atlantic is being held to mark 25 years since 9/11.
In Central London, the Changing of the Guard ceremony is taking place to commemorate a quarter-century since the tragedy, in which 67 Britons were killed.https://t.co/udt17SvJVz pic.twitter.com/AAEeNwBD4T
— Sky News (@SkyNews) September 11, 2026
The key timings of the 25th anniversary of 9/11
According to Sky News, here are the UK timings for today’s main events:
- 9.30am – wreath laying in London: One of the first events of the day will be a wreath laying in London by the US ambassador. Warren Stephens will also deliver brief remarks.
- 11am – UK memorial service: Further memorial services will be held in London to mark the attack and the 67 Britons killed during it.
- 1.30pm – World Trade Center remembrance ceremony: Vice president JD Vance will attend the main ceremony in New York. There will be six moments of silence during it to mark major points of the attack from the first at 1.46pm to the last at 3.28pm. In between, families of victims will read the names of those killed in the attacks.
- 1.46pm – Congressional moment of silence: House speaker Mike Johnson and Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries traditionally lead a moment of silence marking the moment the first plane hit the North Tower.
- 2pm – Trump to speak at Pentagon: US President Donald Trump will speak at a ceremony honouring the 184 people who died when Flight 77 struck the Pentagon.
- 2.45pm – Flight 93 memorial: As part of this annual ceremony, the names of the passengers and crew members on Flight 93 are read out, followed by a wreath laying.
- 4.30pm – Ceremony at US Embassy – A commemoration ceremony will be held at the US Embassy in London, with Washington’s ambassador hosting remarks and readings.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla also recently commemorated the victims during a state visit to the US, laying flowers at the South Tower Memorial Pool in New York. In a handwritten message, they said: “We honour the memory for those who so tragically lost their lives on 11th September 2001.”
They added: “We stand in enduring solidarity with the American people and in the face of their profound loss.”
9/11 was more than an assault on our closest ally. It was an attack on our deepest values.
As HM King Charles said during the State Visit, we will always stand united in our commitment to democracy, to protect our people, and to salute those who keep us safe pic.twitter.com/t7H3dVR9Ou
— Christian Turner (@CTurnerFCDO) September 11, 2026
Westminster City Council marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks in a post published on X, remembering those killed and the emergency responders who responded to the attacks.
The council also highlighted the Memorial Garden in Grosvenor Square, which commemorates the 67 British citizens who died.
“Today marks 25 years since the terrorist attacks of 9/11. As we reflect on this anniversary, we remember those who lost their lives in New York, Washington D.C. and Pennsylvania, the courage of the emergency responders, and the families whose lives were changed forever. The Memorial Garden in Grosvenor Square remembers the 67 British citizens who never came home. The memorial includes the name of Kevin Dennis who lived in St John’s Wood before moving to New York and was working at the World Trade Center,” Westminster City Council said.
Today marks 25 years since the terrorist attacks of 9/11. As we reflect on this anniversary, we remember those who lost their lives in New York, Washington D.C. and Pennsylvania, the courage of the emergency responders, and the families whose lives were changed forever.
The… pic.twitter.com/NGKxyhUCqa
— Westminster City Council (@CityWestminster) September 11, 2026
The Metropolitan Police paid tribute to the victims of the September 11 attacks in a post published on X, honouring those who died, survivors, their families and loved ones, and the emergency responders.
The Met said its Commissioner had laid a wreath at the National September 11 Memorial in New York earlier this year on behalf of the force.
“Time passes, but we will #NeverForget,” the Metropolitan Police said.
25 years on, we honour those who lost their lives in the 9/11 attacks, the survivors, their families and loved ones, and the emergency responders who risked everything to help others.
Earlier this year, the Commissioner paid tribute on behalf of the Met by laying a wreath at… pic.twitter.com/jbby5CB8LD
— Metropolitan Police (@metpoliceuk) September 11, 2026
London Mayor Sadiq Khan marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks in a post published on X, remembering the thousands of people killed, including 67 Britons.
“Today London stands with the people of New York City,” Khan said. “Those who sought to destroy our way of life have not won, and never will.”
Anyone who witnessed the terrible events of 9/11 unfold 25 years ago will never forget them.
Time has not faded our memory of the thousands of innocent people who were killed in the most appalling acts of terrorism – including 67 Britons, many of whom were from London.
Today…
— Sadiq Khan (@SadiqKhan) September 11, 2026
US Ambassador to the UK Warren Stephens laid a wreath at the 9/11 Memorial Garden in London’s Grosvenor Square, according to a post published on X by Sky News.
Stephens, accompanied by his wife, placed the tribute at the site of the former US Embassy.
BREAKING: The US ambassador to the UK has laid a wreath at the 9/11 memorial gardens in London’s Grosvenor Square.
Warren Stephens placed the tribute alongside his wife at the site where the US Embassy used to be.https://t.co/zjlPShp2f2 pic.twitter.com/aW9MtEnLW0
— Sky News (@SkyNews) September 11, 2026
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