The NOCS, or Central Security Operational Unit of the Italian State Police, is the elite unit for special assault operations, created to respond to extreme scenarios. Typical NOCS operational scenarios include counter-terrorism, hostage rescue, the capture of dangerous fugitives, support for...

The Alpini Corps is one of the most symbolic units within the Italian Armed Forces: originally created to defend the mountainous borders of Italy, it has adapted over the decades—facing brutal wars and extreme environmental conditions—and has evolved into a vital force for civil protection and...