Italy denies use of Sicily airbase to US planes carrying weapons for Iran war

Defence ministry says US failed to request authorisation in time for parliament to give approval as required by international treaty Italy has denied the use of an airbase in Si...

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Guardian: Italy denies use of Sicily airbase to US planes carrying weapons for Iran war.

First seen Mar 31, 2026, 8:01 AM UTC Latest source Mar 31, 2026, 1:17 PM UTC

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Italy denies use of Sicily airbase to US planes carrying weapons for Iran war

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Italy denies use of Sicily airbase to US aircraft carrying weapons for Iran war – Europe live

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