Sources: Italy's Ministry of Defense refuses U.S. military aircraft to use its air force bases

K-LinePoet · 2026-04-09T01:03:36+00:00

Sources say that a few days ago, Italian Defense Minister Crosetto refused the request for U.S. military aircraft to use Sigonella Air Base in Sicily. The Italian Defense Ministry explained that the U.S. side did not communicate or obtain authorization in advance, which does not comply with the scope of the military treaty between Italy and the United States. (CCTV News)

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2026-04-09 01:03:36

Insiders say that a few days ago, Italy’s defense minister, Crosetto, rejected a request from U.S. military aircraft to use the Sigonella Air Force Base in Sicily. The Italian Ministry of Defense explained that the U.S. side had not communicated in advance or obtained authorization, which therefore does not fall within the scope set out under the military treaty between the United States and China. (CCTV News)

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