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Italy Launches 5,000-Strong Unit Against Hybrid Warfare Threats

11/19/2025

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Italy's Defence Minister Guido Crosetto announced a civilian and military unit to counter hybrid warfare threats on November 18.
The proposed unit would employ 5,000 people and operate around the clock.
Crosetto said the plan would build predictive capacity to prevent and respond to hybrid attacks in energy and airports.
The report was discussed during high-level defence talks led by President Sergio Mattarella.
Russia has denied involvement in recent incidents.

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Italy's Defence Minister Guido Crosetto announced a civilian and military unit to counter hybrid warfare threats on November 18.
The proposed unit would employ 5,000 people and operate around the clock.
Crosetto said the plan would build predictive capacity to prevent and respond to hybrid attacks in energy and airports.
The report was discussed during high-level defence talks led by President Sergio Mattarella.
Russia has denied involvement in recent incidents.