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Trump Says US Will Never Forget 9/11, 'that's Why We Fight Today'
President Donald Trump marked the 25th anniversary of 9/11 at the Pentagon, vowing, "The Islamic Republic of Iran will never, ever have a nuclear weapon."
Hegseth touted military progress, claiming the United States killed Iranian leaders and destroyed the country's air force during the last six months while maintaining control over the Strait of Hormuz.
Economic pressure on the region tightens daily, while the Pentagon also recognized United States troops currently working overseas to support operations.
Trump honored veterans, stating, "For 25 years, our best and bravest have kept America safe," and saluting every member of the United States military who served in the war on terror.
Focusing on the victims, Trump stayed largely on message, emphasizing the national unity that followed across America during the 9/11 commemoration.
During the commemoration of the September 11 attacks, Donald Trump paid tribute on Friday to the 2,977 victims and reaffirmed the determination of the United States to "never" forget them. In the Pentagon, the US President declared that his country continued to "beat today" on behalf of the victims.
Speaking from the Pentagon, the US president called the attacks "a moment of immense and horrific evil," stressing that they were one of the harshest tests for the country.