International Day of Peace marked by security concerns in Mexico and meditation in Prague

In observance of the International Day of Peace, various activities and statements have highlighted the global pursuit of non-violence and the specific challenges facing security in different regions.

In Mexico, the Mexican Episcopal Conference (CEM) issued a call titled ‘Peace is everyone’s task.’ The bishops emphasized that peace cannot be built by a single sector or imposed from above, noting that for many Mexicans, peace means the ability to work, travel, and live without fear. They highlighted ongoing issues including violence, disappearances, family displacement, and extortion, urging authorities to fulfill their responsibility to guarantee security, the rule of law, and access to justice.

In Prague, a meditation event dedicated to peace and non-violence was held at the St. Wenceslaus Church in Zderaz. Organized as part of the 4th Mundi March, the gathering included silent meditation, reflective readings, and activities led by the HWPL association and the Silo Message community to foster mutual respect and strengthen the spirit of non-violence among participants.