Italy plans 40 overseas missions in 2026, confirms SAMP/T deployment for NATO summit (decode39.com)

• 40 overseas missions planned for 2026 with average of 7,500 troops.
• SAMP/T battery to be operational for NATO summit in Turkey by July 3.
• Potential two-month mine-clearing mission in Strait of Hormuz under consideration.

"Italy's Joint Operations Commander outlined 2026 overseas commitments: 40 missions and about 7,500 personnel. A SAMP/T air defense battery will deploy for the NATO summit in Turkey. Planning continues for a possible mine-clearing mission in the Strait of Hormuz."