The Saudi Ambassador to the U.S. has rejected a Congressional report that suggests a possible connection between the Saudi government and the perpetrators of the September 11 terrorist attacks. Prince Bandar stated that the notion that Riyadh financed, organized, or was aware of the attacks in advance is malicious and completely incorrect. Fifteen of the nineteen hijackers involved in the attacks were Saudi nationals. The Congressional report, released on Thursday, mentions that two of them received financial assistance in 2000 from a Saudi student connected to the Saudi consulate in Los Angeles. The report also cites an American official stating that greater cooperation from Saudi Arabia might have prevented the attacks.
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Saudi Ambassador to the U.S. Rejects Congressional Report
Feb 10, 2026
February 10, 2026
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📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway
The Saudi Ambassador to the U.S. has dismissed a Congressional report linking the Saudi government to the 9/11 attacks, calling the claims unfounded. The report highlights that 15 of the 19 hijackers were Saudi nationals and suggests that financial support was received from a Saudi student. This matter is significant as it raises questions about Saudi Arabia's involvement in terrorism and its relations with the U.S.
🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line:
The rejection of the report by Saudi officials highlights ongoing tensions regarding accountability for the 9/11 attacks and complicates U.S.-Saudi relations.
👥 Key Players
Prince Bandar
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Saudi Ambassador to the U.S.
"As a high-ranking diplomat, he represents Saudi Arabia's interests in the U.S. and is involved in shaping bilateral relations."
U.S. Congress
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Legislative body that conducted the investigation
"The Congress has the power to influence U.S. foreign policy and public perception regarding Saudi Arabia."
📰 What Happened
The Saudi Ambassador to the U.S. rejected a Congressional report that suggested a link between the Saudi government and the 9/11 attacks. He called the claims unfounded despite the report's mention of financial assistance to some hijackers from a Saudi student.
- Fifteen of the nineteen hijackers in the 9/11 attacks were Saudi nationals.
- The Congressional report indicates that two hijackers received financial support from a Saudi student linked to the Saudi consulate in Los Angeles.
💡 Why It Matters
🇮🇷 For Iran: This situation could be used by Iran to criticize Saudi Arabia and bolster its own narrative against U.S. allies in the region.
🌍 Regional: It raises questions about the reliability of Saudi Arabia as a partner in combating terrorism, which could affect regional security dynamics.
🌐 International: The allegations could strain U.S.-Saudi relations and impact international perceptions of Saudi Arabia's role in terrorism.
📚 Background
The 9/11 attacks have long been a point of contention regarding Saudi Arabia's involvement, especially given that many hijackers were Saudi nationals. The U.S. has historically maintained a strategic alliance with Saudi Arabia despite these concerns.
Terrorism financing
U.S.-Saudi relations
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📊 Confidence:
70%
The article presents statements from both the Saudi ambassador and the Congressional report, allowing for a balanced view of the controversy.
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Translated from the original and edited for English readers. View original source →
Translation confidence: 85%
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