Western Special Forces Utilize Italian Cisterns for Tunnel Combat Training
Western special forces are increasingly utilizing a unique training site in Italy, originally constructed during the fascist era, to hone their skills in subterranean combat. Located in Fornovo Taro near Parma, the site features a network of massive underground cisterns and tunnels built in the 1930s. These facilities, once used to store aviation fuel, now serve as a training ground for special forces from countries including the U.S., Israel, and several European nations. The site offers a realistic environment for simulating tunnel warfare, complete with sound effects, smoke, and limited communication capabilities. This training is particularly relevant given recent conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine, where tunnel warfare has played a critical role. 
