A moment of silence is about to be observed in the US, to remember the terror attacks of 9/11.
Today, is another anniversary which will be carried out in form of a ceremony at the Pentagon.
The event will include a moment of silence to remember victims and the
One patriotic gesture that will be displayed is the unfurling of the US Flag down the side of the Department of Defense’s headquarters.
But in a year when the coronavirus pandemic has reshaped countless American rituals, even the commemoration of 9/11 could not escape unchanged.
In reaction to the remarkable development, leaders from across Europe tweeted messages with thoughts for the victims and their families.
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said:
“Today we remember all those who died, those who survived, and those who continue to grieve America’s darkest of days,”
Keir Starmer also said:
“The terrorist atrocities of 9/11 were an attack on our freedom and democracy, as well as one of our closest allies,”
“Today we remember all those who lost their lives and those affected by that dreadful day. We will always stand with you against extremism and hate.”
