9/11 'Mastermind' Trial Set to Begin in 2028 in U.S.

A U.S. military judge has set a trial date for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the man accused of masterminding the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The proceedings are slated to commence on June 5, 2028, according to Axios.

Mohammed, along with three co-defendants including Ammar al-Baluchi, faces charges stemming from the coordinated attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people. The trial marks a significant step in the long legal process following the devastating events of 9/11.

This decision comes after years of legal maneuvering and pre-trial hearings. The prosecution aims to hold those responsible accountable for the deadliest terrorist attack on U.S. soil. The trial's commencement in 2028 indicates the complex and lengthy nature of military commission proceedings for high-profile terrorism cases.

The U.S. government has pursued justice for the victims and their families through these military commissions, which are designed to try alleged terrorists. The outcome of this trial will be closely watched globally, as it addresses accountability for a pivotal event in modern history.