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ICE Limited to Diplomatic Role During Milan Olympics

2/4/2026

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Matteo Piantedosi, Italy's interior minister, said U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) will not have an operational role during the Milan-Cortina Olympics.
He noted HSI will operate only within U.S. diplomatic missions and won't conduct police activities in Italy.
Piantedosi addressed Milan's mayor's concerns, arguing ICE's role is limited to analysis and information exchange.
He added that Italy's security will be managed solely by Italian police forces.

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Matteo Piantedosi, Italy's interior minister, said U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) will not have an operational role during the Milan-Cortina Olympics.
He noted HSI will operate only within U.S. diplomatic missions and won't conduct police activities in Italy.
Piantedosi addressed Milan's mayor's concerns, arguing ICE's role is limited to analysis and information exchange.
He added that Italy's security will be managed solely by Italian police forces.