History Lesson Video: 16 years ago the al-Qaeda celebrated 9/11, but this is what they started On September 12, former US President George Bush declared what he called the war on terror. Neelima & Sujit Lad Sep 11, 2017 · 12:00 pm Play We welcome your comments at letters@scroll.in. USA George Bush al-Qaeda War on Terror Osama bin Laden