9/11 Widow Accuses Saudi Arabia of Ongoing Role at Memorial Service
At the 25th-anniversary 9/11 ceremony, Terry Strada denounced Saudi Arabia for its alleged involvement in the attacks.
The 25th-anniversary 9/11 memorial at Ground Zero featured a reading of victims' names by Terry Strada, widow of victim Tom Strada. After her portion, she launched a sharp criticism of Saudi Arabia, alleging the kingdom played a part in planning and enabling the attacks. Strada asserted that Saudi officials cultivated a hostile anti-U.S. mindset worldwide and aided radical Islamist hijackers.
She added that every U.S. administration since the attacks has chosen to protect Saudi interests rather than support the families seeking accountability. Several attendees responded with cheers as she voiced her accusations. The remarks were made during a solemn ceremony honoring the thousands killed on September 11.
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The accusation revives debate over Saudi Arabia's role in 9/11 and pressures U.S. policymakers on accountability.
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