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Topia!: Society: Issues: Warfare and Conflict: Specific Conflicts: War on Terrorism: News and Media: September 11, 2001: CNN (87)
Terror Attacks Hit U.S. - Information about the crashes into the World Trade Center and their consequences. Up to 800 Possibly Dead at Pentagon - Information on the speculated number of casualties, as well as a summary of events and evacuation procedures. White House, Air Force One Possible Targets - It is speculated that plane that crashed into the Pentagon was intended for the White House. Industry, Media Figures Among Crash Fatalities - Profiles and stories of high-profile members of society that have been confirmed to be casualties. Witnesses and Leaders on Terrorist Attacks - Quotes from survivors in New York and Washington, as well as politicians and government authorities. FAA Allows Limited Flights to Resume - Flights diverted on Tuesday have been permitted to continue to their original destinations. Security measures are increased for these flights. Tuesday's Chronology of Terror - Listing of events in the order which they unfolded. CNN: America Under Attack - In-depth special coverage of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon using hijacked passenger jets. Features a chronology, photo gallery, links to articles, and related resources. USA. U.S. Says it has Identified Hijackers - Top officials say that they have learned the identities of many of the hijackers responsible for the events. Bush Gets Strong Support from Congress, NATO - Summary of events and information on NATO's support of the US. Flights Still Grounded Amid Security Concerns - The reopening of the nation's airports was delayed because there was not enough time to impose stringent new security measures. New York Search Efforts Grind to a Halt - The partial collapse of one building and possible fall of another slow down search and rescue efforts. Congress, United, Attends to Financial Concerns After Attacks - Congress goes back to work allotting funds for emergency efforts. Many lawmakers call the attacks an act of war, and urge a swift response. Dead in Each Tower Could be 'a Few Thousand' - New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani indicated the final death toll in the World Trade Center attacks could amount to a few thousand in each tower. World Trade Center Survivors Describe 'Holy Hell' - Stories and quotes from witnesses and survivors of the events in New York. Bush: U.S. Feels 'Quiet, Unyielding Anger' - Summary and information on President Bush's speech Tuesday night. Also includes a summary of the events. Rescuers: Expect Thousands Dead - Rescuers predict a large death toll as casualties are reported. Gasoline Prices Skyrocket in Some Parts of the Country - Rumors of gas shortages pushed gasoline prices higher in parts of the country following the attacks. Searching for a Loved One -- and Hoping, Praying - Story of Erica Zucker's search for her husband, who worked in the World Trade Center. Cruel Calculus: The Death Toll - Editorial by Richard Esposito putting the casualty count into perspective. Former President Offers Moral Support - Bill Clinton ended his visit to Australia on Wednesday and said he planned to return to the United States as soon as possible. Bush Surveys Pentagon Damage - President Bush traveled by motorcade across the Potomac River to see the damage. Information on reconstruction and recovery efforts. Hijackers 'Knew What They Were Doing' - Flight officials say that the hijackers must have been extremely knowledgeable and capable aviators. Expert Blames U.S. Spy Underfunding - Defense experts have blamed lack of funding for intelligence as a possible factor in suspected terrorists being allowed to strike at the US. Collapses Equal to 2.0 Quake - The attacks shook New York, but should not weaken structures in lower Manhattan, experts said. German Police Hold Two Over Attacks - Two people have been detained for questioning in connection with the terror attacks in the US. Passengers Voted to Attack Hijackers - Passengers on board the plane crashed in rural Pennsylvania apparently decided to attack the terrorists, according to family members of one passenger. Text of Bush's Address - Transcription of President Bush's speech, given Tuesday night. International Reaction and NATO's Stance - CNN correspondent Christiane Amanpour offers her reaction and views of the events. New York Airports Allowed 'Limited' Operations - Three airports in New York reopen. Information on heightened security measures. A Witness to the Destruction - Interview by anchor Natalie Allen with Louis Lesce, who was on the 86th floor of the World Trade Center's north tower. World Victims Among NY Dead - Nations across the globe are reporting numbers of citizens suspected to be missing or deceased due to the attacks. World Shares U.S. Grief - Countries around the world mourn with the United States for their dead. Reactions from various world leaders. Europe Reacts with Shock and Horror - Statements and reactions from European leaders. Rescuers Search for Thousands in New York - Mayor Rudolph Giuliani said Thursday that 4,763 people are listed as missing after Tuesday's attacks. Attacks Draw Mixed Response in Mideast - Leaders of many Middle Eastern nations have condemned the terror attacks, with a few notable exceptions. China Sends Condolences to U.S. - The Chinese government sends its sympathies and condemns the attacks, but declines to involve itself in any further disputes. Asia Pledges Cooperation in Hunt for Attackers - Asian leaders have almost universally condemned Tuesday's terrorist attacks, with several offering cooperation in the hunt for the culprits. Satellites, Space Station Crew Watch Horror Below - The aftermath of air attacks on Washington and New York was clearly visible in images snapped by satellites and an international space station resident. Pakistan Offers U.S. 'Unstinted Cooperation' - In meeting with United States ambassadors, the Pakistani military ruler promises support. FBI: Early Probe Results Show 18 Hijackers Took Part - Authorities say they believe they have identified most of the hijackers. Investigators look abroad for accomplice. Congress Works Together to Fight 'Common Enemy' - Congress continues working on a strong and united response to the terrorist attacks. All other business has been put on hold. Bush: 'We Will Win This War' - Information on new and developing details on the attacks. Bush, Pataki, Giuliani: We Will Rebuild - Transcript of a telephone call Thursday morning between President Bush, New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani and New York Gov. George Pataki. Calls for War, Binding Wounds in Attacks' Wake - Quotes from United States Senators and Representatives. Officials Blame "Overseas Terrorism" for Attacks - The initial assumption by officials is that the attacks in New York and Washington are acts of overseas terrorism, and that they cannot rule out additional attacks. Witnesses to the Moment: Workers' Voices - Quotes and stories told by people witnessing the events unfold. Chronology: The Day After - List of events and related articles for Wednesday's events. CNNfn: Working to Recover - Full text and video coverage from a financial news perspective. USA. Agreement Reached on $40 Billion Aid Package - The White House and Congress have agreed on a bill, set to be signed by the President on Saturday. 8 Arrested at Two NYC Airports in Security Crackdown - One US official reported that there may have been another hijacking attempt thwarted Thursday by increased security at New York's two major airports. 'Black Box' from Pennsylvania Crash Found - Searchers Thursday found one of the boxes from United Airlines Flight 93. Debris has been found up to six miles away from the crash site. Bush Administration Puts Pressure on Pakistan - The US wants Pakistan's help in finding those responsible for the terrorist attacks, bringing them to justice and assisting with a potential retaliatory attack. Families of the Missing Clutch Photos - And Hope - Friends and relatives hope for word on those missing in New York. Dr. Steven Marans: Talking to Children About Violence - Interview with the head of the National Center of Children Exposed to Violence at Yale University's Child Study Center. Bush Visiting New York on Friday - President Bush will go to offer his condolences to the families of those injured or killed, and to thank rescue workers. Deal Reached on $40 Billion Aid Bill - The White House and Congress agreed on a emergency aid package for New York and Virginia. Rex Davis: A New Kind of Terrorist Attack - Interview with a former director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms. Flight Recorders Found in Pentagon Rubble - Both the flight data and cockpit voice recorders were recovered early Friday morning. Rain Adds to Difficulty of Search - Downpours in New York slightly hamper rescue efforts. CNN: List of World Trade Center Tenants - List of corporation names, with what industry sector they are in, how much space they leased, and what buildings and floors they were in. U.S. Details Reservist Call-Up - A request has been made to authorize activation of up to 50,000 National Guard and Reserve troops. Three-Star General May Be Among Pentagon Dead - Information on casualties at the Pentagon, including many uniformed military officers. FBI List of Individuals Identified as Suspected Hijackers - List of nineteen people suspected to be responsible for the hijacking of four airplanes. Remembering Economist Leslie Whittington - Information on the Georgetown professor who was a passenger on one of the planes. President Bush Addresses Prayer Service - Transcript of Bush's speech at a prayer service at the Washington National Cathedral. Bush Offers Comfort to Mourners, Warning to Terrorists - Information on Bush's appearance at at Friday's National Day of Prayer and Remembrance service in Washington. Michael Barr: Hijackings and Aviation Safety - Interview with the director of aviation safety program at the University of Southern California. Witnesses to the Moments - Quotes and stories from witnesses in both attacks. Day Turns to Night at Ground Zero - Report from Rose Marie Arce, who was in her apartment in downtown Manhattan when the events began. New Arrest Warrants Issued in Terrorism Probe - Federal investigators issued two new arrests warrants for people wanted for questioning as material witnesses. Bush Vows to Rid the World of 'Evil-Doers' - President George W. Bush is confident the nation will rebound from the week's terrorist attacks. Officials: Government Failed to React to FAA Warning - The FAA allegedly warned the military's air defense command that a hijacked airliner appeared to be headed toward Washington. White House Reviewing Rules Governing CIA - Bush administration officials are reviewing all the rules governing CIA and other intelligence activities abroad. Ashcroft Wants Tougher Anti-Terrorism Laws - In a meeting with FBI Director Robert Mueller and congressional leaders, Ashcroft discussed a proposal to give federal investigators broader powers. Experts: A Variety of Intelligence Factors May Have Played a Role - A lack of up-to-date technology and rules restricting the use of certain informants may have affected the lack of advance warning about the attacks. Cheney: Bush OK'd Shootdown of Rogue Planes - When it became clear that the US was under attack, President Bush authorized the military to shoot down any unauthorized civilian aircraft heading towards Washington, DC. Stranded Pets Now Being Rescued - The ASPCA and Humane Society are beginning the process of rescuing pets from evacuated buildings. Bin Laden Says He Wasn't Behind Attacks - Bin Laden continues to deny having any role in the actions believed to have killed thousands. Blair: We are All at Risk - UK Prime Minister Tony Blair says international community gives its full backing to the fight between the civilized world and fanaticism. Germany Calls for 'Measured Response' - Germany's President Johannes Rau has said that he does not expect the German army to take part in a military response. FBI Chief: 'No Warning Signs' of Terrorist Attacks - Director Robert Mueller disputed reports suggesting that at least two of the suspected hijackers gained entry into the United States despite being on watch lists. Eileen O'Connor Looks at the Hijackers' Trail - O'Connor speaks about the known facts and the latest developments in the attacks. Powell: U.S.-Led Coalition 'Coming Together' - The Secretary of State said that an international coalition to fight terrorism is forming. Iran Won't Back U.S. Raid on Afghanistan - Iran will not support any military action in response to last week's attacks in New York and Washington. Wife of Solicitor General alerted him of hijacking from plane - Barbara Olson, a conservative commentator and attorney, alerted her husband, Solicitor General Ted Olson, that the plane she was on was being hijacked Tuesday morning, Ted Olson told CNN.
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