# Reflections on the 25th anniversary of September 11 attacks > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/journalistic-reflections-on-september-11-attacks > Updated: 2026-09-11T18:33:34.000Z. Sources: 36. Developments: 2. As the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks approaches, commemorations are occurring across the United States, including moments of silence at airports and ceremonies held by fire departments. Journalists and survivors continue to share firsthand accounts of the chaos and the profound impact of the day. Reflections from media professionals, such as a former ABC News researcher for ‘World News Tonight’, highlight the intense pressure of fact-checking unconfirmed reports and managing breaking news during the tragedy. These accounts often note the necessity of maintaining composure amidst the breakdown of communication services in New York, citing the stoic broadcasting style of figures like Peter Jennings as a proxy for the audience. Regarding long-term recovery, the redevelopment of the World Trade Center site is entering its final commercial phase. Construction is underway on 2 World Trade Center, which is expected to open in 2031 as the global headquarters for American Express. Amidst these developments, the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner reports that the remains of 1,104 individuals killed in the attacks have yet to be identified. ## Claims - A total of 2,996 people were killed in the September 11 terrorist attacks. (disputed by 4 sources) - The 9/11 attacks resulted in the deaths of 2,977 victims. (disputed by 3 sources) - Karen Matthews, an Associated Press reporter, witnessed the second plane strike the South Tower while holding her three-year-old daughter. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The September 11 attacks involved the hijacking of four commercial airplanes by 19 men associated with al Qaeda. (corroborated by 3 sources) - American Airlines Flight 11 struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center at 8:46 a.m. EST. (corroborated by 2 sources) - United Airlines Flight 175 struck the South Tower of the World Trade Center at 9:03 a.m. EST. (corroborated by 2 sources) - American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon. (corroborated by 2 sources) - United Airlines Flight 93 crashed in a field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania. (corroborated by 2 sources) - As of 2024, the remains of 1,104 individuals killed in New York City on September 11, 2001, remain unidentified. (single source) - Erika Leiken gave birth to her daughter, Caleigh, at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York hours after evacuating the area near the World Trade Center. (single source) - Reporter Kerri Jackson Case covered the aftermath of the attacks in Arkansas, including stories on faith and local developments. (single source) - MS NOW host Katy Tur stated that the War on Terror following the attacks contributed to Islamophobia and social division. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: Journalist reflects on covering 9/11 attacks at ABC News A former ABC News researcher reflects on the trauma and professional lessons learned while covering the September 11 attacks alongside Peter Jennings. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/journalist-reflects-on-covering-911-attacks-at-abc-news ### 2026-09-10: September 11 attacks: 25th anniversary reflections and WTC rebuilding Marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, communities and survivors reflect on the tragedy as the World Trade Center redevelopment enters its final commercial phase. 33 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/associated-press-journalists-recall-witnessing-september-11-attacks --- Cite as: Reflections on the 25th anniversary of September 11 attacks. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/journalistic-reflections-on-september-11-attacks