The United Nations on Thursday commemorated the 24th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States.
The UN reaffirmed its enduring solidarity with the people of New York, the city where it has been headquartered for nearly 80 years.
“New York has hosted the United Nations for 80 years and has been the home to many of our colleagues, as well as to diplomats, staff, and of course all the Secretaries-General.
“We continue to stand in solidarity with the people of New York, as we did 24 years ago,” UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said.
The attacks on the twin towers of the World Trade Centre in downtown Manhattan claimed nearly 3,000 lives from over 90 countries and left thousands more injured.
Decades later, survivors and first responders continue to face long-term health challenges, including respiratory illnesses, cancer and mental health struggles.
“New York City has hosted our UN Headquarters for decades and is the place many colleagues call home, so do I,” Secretary-General António Guterres said.
“Today, my thoughts are with everyone who lost loved ones on 9/11, and with all the people of New York City,” he added, in a social media post.
The UN stressed that the 9/11 tragedy remains one of the darkest chapters in modern history.
It also restated its commitment to standing by survivors, honouring the memory of the victims, and supporting the people of New York.
The organisation vowed to uphold resilience and remembrance as the world continues to confront terrorism and its aftermath.