The San Marco Marine Brigade: amphibious strength and innovation - brigatafolgore.net

The San Marco Marine Brigade: amphibious strength and innovation

Italian amphibious excellence finds its most complete expression in the Brigata Marina San Marco (BMSM), a unit that represents the cutting edge of the Navy's sea projection capability. From the Marine Fusiliers of the 1st Regiment, specialists in landing operations, to the naval security teams of the 2nd Regiment, every component of the [...]

The VBM 30 NG: the new generation of the ARROW for the Italian Army - brigatafolgore.net

The VBM 30 NG: the new generation of the ARROW for the Italian Army

With the signing of the contract between the Terrestrial Armaments Directorate (TERRARM) and the IOC (Iveco-Oto Melara Consortium, composed in equal parts of IDV and Leonardo), the programme for the new Medium Armoured Vehicle 30 New Generation (VBM 30 NG) got underway. This programme concerns a profound evolution of the FRECCIA, the 8×8 rotary vehicle in service [...].

On the front line for stability: General Iannucci's mission between Kuwait, Iraq and Kurdistan - brigadefolgore.net

General Iannucci between Kuwait, Iraq and Kurdistan

A clear and direct message, the one brought by General of the Army Corps Giovanni Maria Iannucci, former Commander of the Folgore Parachute Brigade and, today, Commander of COVI (Interforce Operational Headquarters Command), to the Italian soldiers deployed between Kuwait and Iraq: 'What you do is important'. On the occasion of the Easter holidays, the Commander wanted to be present [...].

San Marco, the Lion of the Lagoon - brigadefolgore.net

25 April: St Mark, patron saint of the Lagunari

Today, 25 April, the Lagunaris of the 'Serenissima' Regiment celebrate their patron saint, St Mark the Evangelist. This date, which coincides with the death of the Evangelist, is a moment of deep reflection and pride for the amphibious soldiers of the Italian Army. St. Mark is not only the protector of the city of Venice, but also the living symbol of the [...]

Italy and Saudi Arabia strengthen military cooperation: visit of General Carmine Masiello to Riyadh - brigadefolgore.net

Italy and Saudi Arabia strengthen military cooperation: visit of Air Force Gen. Carmine Masiello to Riyadh

Riyadh, April 2025 - From 14 to 17 April, a significant institutional mission was held by General of the Army Corps Carmine Masiello, Chief of Staff of the Italian Army, in Saudi Arabia, aimed at consolidating and strengthening the already solid ties between the Italian and Saudi Armed Forces. A key moment to reaffirm the role [...]

Automatic draft - brigatafolgore.net

Former Amaranth Beret: 187th Regiment 'Folgore' trains with the 173rd US Airborne Brigade

Altopascio (LU) / Valle Ugione (LI) - April 2025. The "Amaranth Beret" exercise, which saw the Amaranth berets of the 187th Parachute Regiment "Folgore" and a platoon of paratroopers from the 173rd Airborne Brigade of the U.S. Army, stationed at the "Ederle" Barracks in Vicenza, Italy, recently ended. A training event of international importance, which [...]

Western Fracture: Failure of the London Peace Talks - brigadefolgore.net

Western Fracture: Failure of the London Peace Talks

The London summit, which was intended to mark an important step towards peace in Ukraine, was cancelled due to deep disagreements between Ukraine and its western allies. The situation, lapidarily described by US President Donald Trump at the end of a chaotic day, was marked by the postponement of the [...]

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