Return of the bodies of four soldiers killed in Bosnia to Italy

The bodies of four Italian soldiers, who died in a military helicopter accident in Bosnia, arrived today at Ciampino Airport. President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni were present to receive the coffins, which were draped in the Italian tricolor.

The deceased soldiers are Sergeant Simone Ruggia, Sergeant Claudio Marchesi, Lieutenant Franco Adriano Zecchillo, and Sergeant Laura Procacci. According to reports, the bodies of three of the four victims were transferred to a funeral home at Celio, while Laura Procacci's remains were taken to Tor Vergata Hospital for an autopsy.

During the landing, which occurred in cold and windy weather, the return of the coffins stirred emotions among family members and attendees. Relatives expressed their sorrow, emphasizing that the soldiers loved peace.

Formal funerals will be held tomorrow at the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli in Rome, with participation from Italy's highest authorities. The moment of silence is scheduled to honor the memory of the fallen.

is planned to honor the memory of the fallen. The soldiers were involved in a training flight operation when the incident occurred.

Regarding this tragic event, President Mattarella expressed Italy's condolences during the welcoming ceremonies and is expected to speak at the funerals, which will also be attended by opposition leaders.