Rome, March 23, 2026 – Palestinian and Israeli mothers will unite in Rome on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, for a symbolic march, the ‘Barefoot Walk: Mothers’ Call for Peace’. This powerful initiative aims to raise awareness about the urgent need to end violence and protect children caught in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
A Unified Voice for Peace in Rome
The march, scheduled to begin at 5:00 PM (local time) on March 24, will see mothers from both sides of the conflict walking barefoot from the Ara Pacis to the Pincio Terrace. This poignant act symbolizes their shared vulnerability and their unwavering commitment to peace.
Leading the symbolic walk will be Reem Al-Hajajreh and Yael Admi, both candidates for the Nobel Peace Prize. Their participation underscores the significance of this event as a global call for dialogue and hope.
Demands for a Future of Security and Dignity
The ‘Barefoot Walk’, which has the patronage of Roma Capitale, sends a clear message to world leaders: children deserve a future of security, dignity, and lasting peace. The campaign urges governments to actively involve women and communities in decision-making processes and to translate the collective demand for peace into concrete political actions.
International Support and Artistic Expression
The event will feature an exclusive a cappella performance by MILCK, a Billboard chart-topping singer-songwriter. Her powerful voice will amplify the mothers’ appeal to the world, adding an artistic dimension to this crucial message.
This walk in Rome marks the beginning of a series of solidarity events planned globally, coinciding with significant international gatherings, including the G7 Summit in Evian, scheduled for June.
Open Invitation to Participate
The ‘Barefoot Walk for Peace’ is an open invitation to all individuals and associations who wish to participate. Those interested can request information and join the march through the provided link.
Broader Context of Regional Tensions
This peace initiative comes amidst ongoing regional tensions. Sky TG24 Insider has previously covered the conflict in Iran and the reopening of the Rafah crossing in Gaza. The border between the Gaza Strip and Egypt, closed since 2024 with a brief reopening in 2025, now allows for the passage of 50 pedestrians daily entering and 150 exiting. This provides a crucial pathway for approximately 20,000 Gaza residents seeking medical treatment abroad, though humanitarian aid entry remains restricted.
These developments highlight the complex and urgent need for peace and stability in the region, making the mothers’ call for peace even more resonant.
Related News and Ongoing Issues
Other recent news from Italy includes the resignation of Cesare Parodi from the presidency of Anm for personal reasons, the implementation of a Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL) in Passo Gardena starting in summer 2027 to address overtourism, and an incident in Foggia where two police officers were injured during a pursuit. Additionally, a woman was stabbed in Milan, leading to the arrest of a 49-year-old man, and the Ministry of Education announced the introduction of digital diplomas for the 2025/2026 academic year.
These diverse news items underscore the dynamic social and political landscape against which the ‘Barefoot Walk’ takes place, further emphasizing the mothers’ universal message of peace and humanitarian concern.
Source: https://tg24.sky.it/cronaca/2026/03/23/appello-madri-pace-roma
