Missile attack reported on an Italian military base in Erbil, Iraq

A missile attack targeted a military base housing Italian forces in Erbil, Iraq. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani confirmed the incident, citing briefings from Defense Minister Guido Crosetto. All Italian personnel were reported safe and in shelters at the time of the event. Officials have not yet confirmed the source of the projectile, noting it could have originated from Iranian forces or pro-Iranian militias. The base hosts units from multiple nations, making it unclear if the Italian contingent was the specific target. No casualties or injuries have been reported among the base personnel. Italian authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as the exact nature of the attack remains under investigation. The Italian government described the regional situation as dangerous.