By Anjali Sharma
UNITED NATIONS – UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Thursday marked the 24th anniversary of the 11 September terror attacks said that UN reaffirmed its enduring solidarity with the people of New York, the city where it has been headquartered for 80 years.
UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said “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,”
The attacks on the twin towers of the World Trade Center in downtown Manhattan claimed 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.
Mr. Guterres said in a statement that “New York City has hosted our UN Headquarters for decades and is the place many colleagues call home – so do I.”
He added in a social media post “Today, my thoughts are with everyone who lost loved ones on 9/11 and with all the people of New York City”.
UN emphasized its ongoing commitment to commemorate the worst terror attack in US history, honored the victims, and supporting New Yorkers as the city continues its journey of resilience and healing, the statement concluded.
