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New York Court Hears Arguments in 9/11 Lawsuit Against Saudi Arabia

A New York court heard arguments today in a long-running lawsuit filed by 9/11 victims' families. The plaintiffs contend individuals connected to the Saudi government assisted the 2001 attackers, a claim Saudi Arabia disputes.

10/09/2026 · New Jersey edition

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Why it matters locally: Many victims of the September 11th attacks were New Jersey residents or worked in New York City, and their families are among those seeking accountability in this ongoing legal action.

NEW YORK — A New York court today heard arguments in a lawsuit brought by families of those killed in the September 11, 2001, attacks. The plaintiffs allege that individuals with connections to the Saudi government provided assistance to the attackers. Saudi Arabia has denied any involvement in the 2001 attacks. The lawsuit represents a continued legal effort by the families to hold the kingdom accountable. Legal proceedings in this case have extended over several years. The present arguments address specific aspects of the ongoing litigation.

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