The 9/11 attacks were a series of coordinated terrorist attacks by the Islamic extremist group al-Qaeda against the United States on the morning of September 11, 2001. The attacks resulted in the deaths of 2,977 people, including 246 civilians and 19 hijackers.

The attacks had a profound impact on global politics and led to significant changes in U.S. foreign and domestic policy. The U.S. launched the War on Terror, which included the invasion of Afghanistan and Iraq. The attacks also led to increased security measures, both domestically and internationally, including the creation of the Department of Homeland Security and the implementation of the USA PATRIOT Act.

The 9/11 attacks also had a significant impact on the global economy, as the destruction of the World Trade Center in New York City disrupted financial markets and led to a decline in tourism and business travel.

In the years since the attacks, there have been ongoing debates and discussions about the causes of the attacks and the appropriate response. Some argue that the attacks were a result of U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, while others believe they were motivated by religious extremism.

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Regardless of the cause, the 9/11 attacks remain a significant event in modern history and continue to shape global politics and security.