The 32nd anniversary of the massacre in Capaci, in which Giovanni Falcone, his wife Francesca Morvillo, and three police officers were killed, will be commemorated by dedicating the day to the five workers who died in a construction site in Casteldaccia last May 6th. The Foundation Falcone, led by the magistrate’s sister Maria, will open the day with the inauguration of the Museum of the Present at Palazzo Jung. The event will be broadcasted live on Rai until 11.45 am. Government officials, including the Ministers of Interior and Culture, will be in attendance, along with other prominent figures such as the President of the Sicilian Region, the Mayor of Palermo, and representatives from various law enforcement agencies. At 5:58 pm, the time of the massacre, a demonstration will take place under the Falcone Tree, followed by a memorial mass at the San Domenico church where Giovanni Falcone is buried.
Students from 56 institutions, along with representatives from professional associations, will form a human chain in front of the courthouse to honor the victims of the massacre. In Capaci, the MuST23 museum is open to the public in the disused railway station, transformed into an immersive experience that brings visitors to the site of the attack through archival footage and a photo exhibit by ANSA. The station was allocated for this initiative by Rfi thanks to a project presented by local organizations and supported by Invitalia. The Secretary of the Democratic Party will participate in a procession organized by unions and associations, starting from the Faculty of Law and ending at the Falcone Tree, where she will also meet with community members working to combat school dropout rates.
As the commemoration events unfold, the Red de Fiscales Antidroga (Rfai) of the Ibero-American Association of Public Prosecutors is meeting in Palermo to discuss activities related to the European program El PacCto 2.0, with the participation of the National Anti-Mafia Directorate and representatives from 22 countries. Throughout the day, the judiciary will also convene for a coordination meeting led by the National Anti-Mafia Prosecutor Giovanni Melillo. The gathering aims to plan future actions in the fight against organized crime. The events of the day serve as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to combat mafia influence and honor the memory of those who have lost their lives in the pursuit of justice.
The anniversary of the Capaci massacre is an opportunity to reflect on the lasting impact of organized crime on Italian society and the ongoing commitment to uphold the rule of law. The tragic events of May 23, 1992, continue to resonate with people across Italy and beyond, inspiring a sense of unity and determination in the fight against corruption and criminality. The commemorative activities planned for the day bring together government officials, law enforcement agencies, civil society organizations, and students to honor the memory of those who lost their lives and reaffirm the importance of justice and accountability in building a more resilient and just society.
The participation of international partners in the commemoration events underscores the transnational nature of the fight against organized crime and the importance of global cooperation in addressing the challenges posed by criminal organizations. The presence of representatives from the United States and other countries highlights the shared commitment to combating mafia influence and upholding the principles of democracy and the rule of law. As the day unfolds with a series of events and activities, it serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle against organized crime and the resilience of those who continue to fight for a more just and secure society.
