Italy is being used as a US military air base, specifically in Sicily, to support US strikes targeting Iran.
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Italy is being used as a US military air base, specifically in Sicily, to support US strikes targeting Iran.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Unidentified Italian aircraft flew to Iran on November 6, 2026.Sub-event
Iran targeted US military bases in Italy supporting operations against Iran.1 source
Italy hosts US military air base in Sicily for strikes against Iran.1 source
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