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From:Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Today marks 25 years, a quarter of a century, since the September 11 terrorist attacks in New York, Virginia and Pennsylvania.

We remember today the 2,977 innocent lives lost in the attacks, including at least 18 Irish citizens, and the multiplicity of family, friends and loved ones who continue to grieve for their loss.

We remember the bravery and courage of the first responders, who selflessly risked their own safety to come to the rescue of others. In particular, we recall the 441 first responders from the Fire Department of New York, the New York Police Department and the Port Authority Police Department who lost their lives.

We remember too the survivors of the attacks, who have lived with, and died from, secondary illnesses, and those who continue to endure the physical and emotional strain of experiencing such a horrific event.

In remembering, we recall the centuries-old bonds between Ireland and New York. These human ties are seen through the Irish names that feature prominently on the 9/11 Memorial’s walls, the 200 claddagh rings that were found in the rubble of the World Trade Centre, and the countless stories of victims and first responders of Irish heritage that continue to be told.

I will take the opportunity to lay a wreath and pay my respects at the 9/11 Memorial later this month, when I visit New York for UN High Level Week.

At least 18 Irish citizens, seven born on the island of Ireland, died in the attacks on 11 September 2001.

Estimates suggest that up to 1,000 of the victims were of Irish heritage, including many of the FDNY, NYPD and PANY first responders.

Fr. Mychal Judge, officially designated Victim 0001, was an American-Irish Chaplain to the FDNY who died in the North Tower as he administered last rites.

Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Helen McEntee TD is scheduled to visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum during this year’s UN High Level Week. She will lay a wreath in honour of all those who died.

Ireland’s Consul General in New York will participate in a number of commemorative events to mark the 25th anniversary, including hosting a reception for ‘Friends of Firefighters’ in support of the ‘2026 Ride for Resilience’ charity cycle, and attending a memorial mass in St Patrick’s Cathedral on the eve of the anniversary.