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Commemorative event for the Fallen of Nassiriya

Caltanissetta (CL)

 Piazza Vittime di Nassiriya, Caltanissetta

Organised by Comune di Caltanissetta

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On 12 November 2026, Caltanissetta commemorates the Fallen of Nassiriya on the 23rd anniversary of the attack on the Maestrale base, which took place in Iraq on 12 November 2003. The ceremony is held in Piazza Vittime di Nassiriya, the square named after the victims. The central moment is the laying of a laurel wreath in memory of the 28 people who died in the attack, including nineteen Italians. The tribute is renewed every year at the same spot in the city. Civil, military and religious authorities take part in the commemoration, and citizens are invited to attend. The initiative is promoted by the Municipality of Caltanissetta and is part of the commemorations scheduled for the month of November.

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Ceremony with the laying of a laurel wreath in Piazza Vittime di Nassiriya. Civil, military and religious authorities take part in the ceremony; the event is open to citizens. Parking ban with forced removal and temporary suspension of vehicular traffic throughout Piazza Vittime di Nassiriya on Thursday 12 November 2026 from 07:00 to 10:30 and in any case until requirements cease. Updates on the website of the Municipality of Caltanissetta, Events section.