Pantelleria

American

[pahn-tel-le-ree-ah] / pɑnˌtɛl lɛˈri ɑ /

noun

an Italian island in the Mediterranean between Sicily and Tunisia. 10,000; 32 sq. mi. (83 sq. km).

Pantelleria British

/ pantelleˈriːa /

noun

Ancient name: Cossyra. an Italian island in the Mediterranean, between Sicily and Tunisia: of volcanic origin; used by the Romans as a place of banishment. Pop: 7679 (2004 est). Area: 83 sq km (32 sq miles)

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On Pantelleria, an arid island noted for its VIP vacation homes, 250 migrants set foot without need of rescue on Saturday, the Corriere della Sera daily said.

From Washington Times ● Aug. 13, 2023

“After the great fear of last evening and the night spent at work, Pantelleria is returning to normal,” Campo said.

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 18, 2022

Pantelleria is a remote island in the middle of the Mediterranean, southwest of Sicily.

From Washington Post ● Dec. 16, 2021

The Mediterranean island of Pantelleria is known for its volcanic cliffs and hot springs and is a favourite spot for celebrities.

From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2021

They roared over Pantelleria Island which had been occupied by the British and Yanks.

From A Yankee Flier in Italy by Montgomery, Rutherford George

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