Interesting piece of information here related to draken55's post:
Originally Posted by Defense-Aerospace.com
Because of the time wasted flying from Solenzara to Libya, France is negotiating to transfer its Rafale detachment to Sigonella air base, in Sicily, which is much closer to the combat area. For the same reason, French air force Mirages have already been redeployed to Crete.
Of note, Solenzara is only 60 nm further than Gioia del Colle from Libya.