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How the media has changed since 9/11

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: France 24
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What happened

It has been 25 years since terrorists hijacked planes and flew them into the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, and a fourth crashed in a field in Pennsylvania.

Nearly 3,000 people were killed in the attacks that changed the course of US and world history.

Key facts

  • It has been 25 years since terrorists hijacked planes and flew them into the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, and a fourth crashed in a field in Pennsylvania.
  • Nearly 3,000 people were killed in the attacks that changed the course of US and world history.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:37:44 UTC.

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  • Official statements or denials from the governments named
  • Whether other major newsrooms confirm the same details
  • Any follow-up decision, vote or deadline tied to the event

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