Former Taoiseach reflects on 'horrendous day' as 9/11 anniversary marked

The transcript reflects on the inevitability of the US involvement in Afghanistan post-9/11, discussing the ongoing threat of terrorism and the challenges in conflict resolution. It also provides a personal account of the events on 9/11, highlighting the immediate reactions and diplomatic communications that took place.

What was the main reason for the U.S. involvement in Afghanistan after 9/11?

• To establish a new government

• To capture the 19 terrorists responsible for 9/11

• To support the local economy

• To build new infrastructure

What was the initial reaction of the American military to the decision to pull out of Afghanistan?

• They were indifferent

• They were supportive

• They were surprised

• They were relieved

During the 9/11 attacks, who was the President's envoy to Ireland?

• Richard Haas

• Brian Cowen

• Martin McGuinness

• Gerry Adams

What was the immediate concern regarding the 9/11 attacks in relation to international issues?

• The Asian markets

• The European Union

• The African Union

• The Palestinian issue

How many people were affected by the 9/11 attacks?

• 10,000 injuries

• 3000 people

• Hundreds of thousands affected

• All of the above