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THE TOTEM FOR PEACE FROM NAPLES TO SREBRENICA
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08 June 2025
A copy of the "Totem of Peace"by sculptor Mario Molinari, a model for the Shrine dedicated to Pope Francis, is on its way to Srebrenica to mark the 30th anniversary of the genocide on 11 July 1995.
The work was handed over by Secretary-General Michele Capasso and Pia Molinari to the deputy mayor and president of the 30th anniversary committee Hamdija Fejzić accompanied bySadeta Suljić.
On this occasion, SG Capasso thanked the city of Srebrenica for the relic donated to the shrine dedicated to Pope Francis: the keys found in a mass grave, a symbol of the "Martyr City".
DELEGATIONS FROM VARIOUS COUNTRIES VISITING THE PINO DANIELE SPIRITUAL EXHIBITION
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07 June 2025
President Michele Capasso accompanied delegations from various countries on a visit to the “Pino Daniele Spiritual” exhibition at the Palazzo Reale in Naples. Among those present were the Ambassador of Bosnia to Italy Amira Arifović Harms, the deputy mayor of Srebrenica and president of the committee for the celebrations of the 30th anniversary of the genocide Hamdija Fejzić accompanied by Sadeta Suljić, the UN Secretary-General and High Representative for the Alliance of Civilisations Miguel Àngel Moratinos accompanied by his wife Dominique, the prefect of Naples Michele di Bari, prof. Lhassan Hbid with his wife Lamia, the deputy mayor of Gernika Jon Lejarraga, diplomats and men of culture from various countries, the Ambassadors of the United States of the World Giuseppe Lumia, Giuseppe D’Antonio, Massimo Pica Ciamarra, Gilles Altan.
THE POSTAL CANCELLATION BY POSTE ITALIANE FOR THE TENTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TOTEM FOR PEACE IN THE PORT OF NAPLES
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07 June 2025
On the occasion of the tenth anniversary of the “Totem for Peace with the urn of the Unknown Migrant” by sculptor Mario Molinari - inaugurated by Pope Francis in 2015 - Poste Italiane has produced a “postal cancellation presented as a preview at the inauguration of the emotional itinerary of the Museum of Peace "Francis the Pope of all Peoples”.
INAUGURATION OF THE SHRINE DEDICATED TO POPE FRANCIS, WITH THE RELICS OF THE VICTIMS OF WARS, MIGRANTS, STARVING CHILDREN AND "MARTYR CITIES"
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07 June 2025
The ceremony for the inauguration of the Shrine dedicated to POPE FRANCIS, with the relics of the victims of war, migrants, starving children and "martyr cities" was held at the Maritime Station of the Port of Naples.
Speakers included the Metropolitan Cardinal Archbishop of Naples Domenico Battaglia, the Prefect of Naples Michele di Bari, the Deputy Mayor of Naples Laura Lieto, the s. Secretary General of the United Nations and High Representative for the Alliance of Civilisations Miguel Àngel Moratinos accompanied by his wife Dominique, a representation of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard led by Admiral Gaetano Angora, the Ambassador of Bosnia to Italy Amira Arifović Harms, the v. mayor of Srebrenica and president of the committee for the celebrations of the 30th anniversary of the genocide Hamdija Fejzić accompanied by Sadeta Suljić, Prof. Lhassan Hbid with his wife Lamia, the deputy mayor of Gernika Jon Lejarraga, diplomats and men of culture from various countries, the Ambassadors of the United States of the World Giuseppe Lumia, Giuseppe D’Antonio, Massimo Pica Ciamarra, Gilles Altan e altri.
"In Naples, the Shrine dedicated to POPE FRANCIS, the TOTEM OF PEACE by sculptor Mario Molinari, with the relics of migrants who died at sea, victims of wars, children who died of starvation in the world and the “Martyr Cities”, is an international event that puts Naples at the centre of the World".
These were the opening words of Michele Capasso, Secretary General of the United States of the World, made up of 181 countries and 16,000 civil society organisations that organise “Peace is Action” events in various cities on five continents.
THE PREFECT OF NAPLES WELCOMES THE INTERNATIONAL DELEGATIONS ATTENDING THE CEREMONIES FOR THE SHRINE DEDICATED TO POPE FRANCIS
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07 June 2025
The Prefect of Naples, Michele di Bari, received the international delegations present at the ceremonies for the Shrine dedicated to Pope Francis in the Government Palace.
In his speech, the prefect underlined the role and dedication of SG Michele Capasso for peace, recalling the origins of the town of San Sebastiano al Vesuvio, in the presence of parish priest don Enzo Cozzolino.
The High Representative for the Alliance of Civilisations and UN Secretary-General of the United Nations Miguel Àngel Moratinos highlighted the role of the United States of the World and the Fondazione Mediterraneo on the international scene.
Among the speakers were the Ambassador of Bosnia to Italy Amira Arifović Harms, the deputy mayor of Srebrenica and president of the committee for the celebrations of the 30th anniversary of the genocide Hamdija Fejzić accompanied by Sadeta Suljić, Prof. Lhassan Hbid with his wife Lamia, the deputy mayor of Gernika Jon Lejarraga, and the Ambassadors of the United States of the World Giuseppe Lumia and Giuseppe D’Antonio.
THE PAOLINE NUNS CUSTODIANS OF THE MUSEUM OF PEACE PATHWAY "FRANCIS THE POPE OF ALL PEOPLES
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07 June 2025
The Paoline Sisters of Naples, led by Sister Dina Scognamiglio, collaborate with the United States of the World and the Museum of Peace on the emotional path dedicated to Pope Francis.
In the dedicated spaces on the ground floor there are books dedicated to Pope Francis to complete the emotional path.
INAUGURATION OF THE EMOTIONAL PATHWAY AT THE MUSEUM OF PEACE DEDICATED TO "FRANCIS, POPE OF ALL PEOPLES"
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07 June 2025
In the presence of a large crowd of diplomats, religious, politicians, young people, students and ordinary people, the emotional itinerary of the Museum of Peace dedicated to ‘Francis, the Pope of all peoples’ was inaugurated.
In the dedicated spaces on the ground floor of the headquarters of the “United States of the World” - overlooking the central square Municipio - there are videos, images, artefacts and books dedicated to Pope Francis that retrace the main stages of his life and pontificate.
In their greetings, Secretary-General Michele Capasso, Prefect of Naples Michele di Bari, Secretary-General of the United Nations Miguel Àngel Moratinos, Senator Giuseppe Lumia and other members of the “United States of the World” emphasised the importance of this space to remember a great pontiff who has left his mark on the history of humanity.
Special thanks to “Vatican-media” for the concession of the images on the large video walls and videos in the museum.
The emotional journey is introduced by Prefect Michele di Bari.
PRESS CONFERENCE ON THE SHRINE AND THE MUSEUM SECTION DEDICATED TO POPE FRANCIS
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06 June 2025
The press conference to present the Shrine and museum section dedicated to Pope Francis was held in the Palestine Room of the Museum of Peace.
Welcomed by the Secretary-General Michele Capasso and Pia Molinari, the speakers included the Ambassador of Bosnia to Italy Amira Arifović Harms, the deputy mayor of Srebrenica and president of the committee for the celebrations of the 30th anniversary of the genocide Hamdija Fejzić accompanied by Sadeta Suljić, the UN Secretary General and High Representative for the Alliance of Civilisations Miguel Àngel Moratinos accompanied by his wife Dominique, the prefect of Naples Michele di Bari, prof. Lhassan Hbid with his wife Lamia, the deputy mayor of Gernika Jon Lejarraga, a representation of the Port Authority Corps - Coast Guard led by Admiral Gaetano Angora, diplomats and men of culture from various countries, the Ambassadors of the United States of the World Giuseppe Lumia, Giuseppe D’Antonio, Massimo Pica Ciamarra, Gilles Altan.
"In Naples, the Shrine that we will dedicate tomorrow to PAPA FRANCIS with the relics of migrants who died at sea, victims of wars, starving children in the world, and "City-Martyrs", will be a great international event that will put Naples at the centre of the World". This is how Michele Capasso, Secretary General of the United States of the World, announced the event on Saturday 7 June in Naples.
On this occasion, he presented touching relics from some martyred cities: Gaza, Sajevo, Srebrenica and Gernika.
The Prefect of Naples, Michele di Bari, then presented the emotional journey of the Museum of Peace, “Francis, The Pope of All Nations”, stating: "It will be a tribute to a Giant and in the certainty that today, Pope Leo XIV, will be in the wake of this great challenge".
UN Secretary General Miguel Angel Moratinos presented the UN Programme - UNAOC and SUM: “Call for Peace, Against War, for Respect for International Law”.
On this occasion, the special POSTE ITALIANE cancellation was announced.
At the end a moment of prayer in the Don Bosco Chapel before the relics.
PREFECT MICHELE DI BARI RECEIVES THE MEDITERRANEAN INSTITUTIONS AWARD 2025
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06 June 2025
The ceremony for the awarding of the “Mediterranean Institutions Award” to the Prefect of Naples Michele di Bari for 2025 was held at the Palestine Hall of the Museum of Peace.
Speakers included the Ambassador of Bosnia to Italy Amira Arifović Harms, the deputy mayor of Srebrenica and president of the committee for the celebrations of the 30th anniversary of the genocide Hamdija Fejzić accompanied by Sadeta Suljić, the UN Secretary-General and High Representative for the Alliance of Civilisations Miguel Àngel Moratinos - author of the preface - accompanied by his wife Dominique, the prefect of Naples Michele di Bari, prof. Lhassan Hbid with his wife Lamia, the deputy mayor of Gernika Jon Lejarraga, a representation of the Harbour Offices - Coast Guard Corps led by Admiral Gaetano Angora, diplomats and men of culture from various countries, the Ambassadors of the United States of the World Giuseppe Lumia, Giuseppe D'Antonio, Massimo Pica Ciamarra, Gilles Altan.
Senator Lumia traced a moving profile of Prefect Michele di Bari, emphasising his human and institutional values.
MIGUEL ÁNGEL AND DOMINIQUE MORATINOS AT THE MAISON DES ALLIANCES
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06 June 2025
Miguel Ángel Moratinos and his wife Dominique spent a few days at the “Maison des Alliances”.
Welcomed by Michele Capasso and Pia Molinari, the guests ‘breathed in’ the history of the last thirty years and found the testimonies of personalities who have had an impact on the process of dialogue and peace.
Particularly appreciated were the visits to the symbolic places of the city of Naples: from the San Carlo Theatre to the Posillipo hill, from the Old Town to the coast of Nisida.
The dedication reads: “La Maison des Alliances is a place where you can breathe history, art, creativity: a house that has hosted extraordinary personalities and events that have written the secret history of the last decades, in the Mediterranean and throughout the world”.
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