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Trump Critiques NATO Allies as Italy Denies U.S. Warplanes

3/31/2026

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In Rome, U.S. President Donald Trump criticized NATO countries for not contributing more to the Iran war.
European allies, particularly Italy, reaffirmed their stance against U.S. military actions.
Italy denied landing rights to U.S. warplanes at Sigonella base in Sicily, citing their flight plans' connection to the war effort, according to a senior Italian official.

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In Rome, U.S. President Donald Trump criticized NATO countries for not contributing more to the Iran war.
European allies, particularly Italy, reaffirmed their stance against U.S. military actions.
Italy denied landing rights to U.S. warplanes at Sigonella base in Sicily, citing their flight plans' connection to the war effort, according to a senior Italian official.