Full Breakdown
Israel Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 at Jerusalem’s Living Memorial
By Drooid · · How we work
Background & Context
The 9/11 Living Memorial Plaza in the Arazim Valley of Ramot, Jerusalem, is the only memorial outside the United States that bears the names of all victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks and incorporates a fragment of the Twin Towers. The site was photographed on March 17, 2014, showing its aerial layout. This year, the memorial served as the focal point for a series of commemorations organized by Israeli officials, the U.S. embassy, and Jewish philanthropic groups.
Official Statements & Responses
He linked Israel’s experience with terrorism to the attacks, emphasizing solidarity with the United States and condemning any targeting of civilians, regardless of nationality. Former prime minister Naftali Bennett posted on X that the attacks aimed to break America’s spirit and values, but that the perpetrators failed; he highlighted the shared values of freedom, democracy, courage, and the sanctity of life that bind Israel and the United States. Opposition leader Yair Lapid reflected that the world changed forever on that day and reiterated the enduring bond between the two nations.
The U.S. embassy, together with Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund (KKL-JNF) and JNF-USA, also held a ceremony at the memorial, marking the anniversary with remarks that all present stood with the United States in remembering the victims and honoring first-responders.
On-the-Ground Activities
The commemorative event took place at the 9/11 Living Memorial, where participants gathered beneath the fragment of the towers. Representatives from the embassy, KKL-JNF, and JNF-USA joined Israeli officials in a joint program that included moments of silence and the laying of wreaths.
Significance of the Memorial Site
By hosting the anniversary, Israel underscored its long-standing partnership with the United States in counter-terrorism efforts. The memorial’s unique status as the sole overseas site listing every 9/11 victim reinforces a symbolic link between the two countries, illustrating a shared commitment to remembering the tragedy and confronting terrorism worldwide.
