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10 Biggest News Stories for Today - Friday, September 11, 2026:

Today is the 25th Anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks, which dominates US coverage, along with major Supreme Court, immigration, and foreign policy developments:

1. United States Marks 25th Anniversary of 9/11
The United States will hold large-scale memorial ceremonies on the 11th, marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, centered on three attack sites: Ground Zero in Manhattan, the Pentagon near Washington, D.C., and Shanksville, Pennsylvania. The attacks were described by the UN chief as “an assault on humanity itself” 25 years ago.

2. President Trump Honors Victims at Pentagon - Proclaims Patriot Day
President Donald J. Trump stood with first responders, Gold Star families, and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation to honor the Americans who ran toward the fire on September 11, 2001. President Trump will mark the 25th anniversary at the Pentagon instead of Ground Zero - Vice President JD Vance will attend the ceremony at the World Trade Center. By proclamation, Donald J. Trump designated September 11, 2026 as Patriot Day, calling for flags at half-staff in honor of the 2,977 victims.

3. Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act in 6-3 Ruling
The Supreme Court on Wednesday hollowed out a landmark Civil Rights-era law that has increased minority representation in Congress, striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana and opening the door for more redistricting. In a 6-3 ruling, the court's conservative majority struck down the district, which could aid Republican efforts to control the House. The effect may be felt more strongly in 2028 because most filing deadlines for this year's congressional races have passed.

4. US-Iran Tensions Flare in Strait of Hormuz - Ceasefire Set to Expire
Pakistan is preparing for new talks between the U.S. and Iran, even as tensions rise around the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. seized an Iranian cargo ship over the weekend, accusing it of evading a blockade, and Iran's military has vowed to respond. With a ceasefire set to expire midweek, Pakistan has intensified diplomatic efforts to resume talks on Tuesday, though Iran remains undecided about attending.

5. Trump Sends Mixed Messages on Iran War as Oil Prices Surge
U.S. President Donald Trump is giving mixed messages about the path ahead for the U.S. war with Iran, insisting he's in no rush to end the war while also expressing confidence that peace negotiations will soon resume in Pakistan. A two-week ceasefire between the two countries is set to expire on Wednesday. The conflict has caused oil prices to soar, with Brent crude reaching about $95 a barrel, with other reports pushing crude toward $100 a barrel amid escalating Middle East conflict.

6. Homeland Security Funding Showdown Over ICE
Democratic leaders say a proposal from the White House is “incomplete and insufficient” as they are demanding new restrictions on President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown and threatening a shutdown of the Homeland Security Department. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries said a White House counterproposal included neither details nor legislative text and does not address concerns about ICE's lawless conduct.

7. Charlie Kirk Assassination Manhunt - FBI Releases Photos
Following the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk who was shot and killed at Utah Valley University, the FBI on September 11 had released photos of a “person of interest” and sought help from the public, announcing a $1,00,000 reward for leads. FBI Director Kash Patel said suspect Tyler Robinson was taken into custody at 10 pm local time on September 12 — 33 hours after Kirk was shot.

8. Houthis Seize Key Red Sea Port
Houthis seize key Red Sea port, threatening global shipping | Reuters World News. This follows reported Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and seizure of eight UN vehicles from a key aid hub.

9. UN Warns on Counterterrorism Excesses
On the anniversary, UN independent experts warned that “Wars on terror have stretched foundational rules of international law beyond their breaking point” and that too many nations adopted unnecessary and disproportionate responses that have seriously undermined rights.

10. Global Markets on Edge Ahead of Ceasefire Deadline
Iran warns of continued economic impact if tensions persist as oil surges, with Reuters highlighting US-Iran war escalates and oil surges to $100 and tankers in Iraqi waters hit by drone strikes, adding to global shipping and market volatility.

Note: Headlines compiled from AP, Reuters, UN News and White House briefings for September 11, 2026; news cycle remains fluid on the anniversary date.