Claim: Four military companies from Italy and Germany supported by USAF operated before Operation Atlantic Resolve, in response to Russia's actions in Ukraine.
Evidence: The force consisted of 4 Companies of approximately: 150 soldiers from the 173rd BCT (Brigade Combat Team, airborne) out of Vincenza, Italy and supporting Air Force JTACs (Joint Terminal Attack Controller) from the 2nd ASOS (Air Support Operations Squadron) out of Vilseck, Germany. Troops were transported with assistance from the USAF 37th Airlift Squadron based out of Ramstein, Germany. Operation Atlantic Resolve, though not a "named" operation, is ongoing efforts in response to Russia's actions in Ukraine, mainly the War in Donbass.