Drought Leads to UXO Threats in Danube River

Prahavo, Serbia A drought has led to decreased water levels in the Danube River, revealing sunken German WWII vessels, including torpedo boats and barges. These ships, which have been submerged for 80 years, are now posing challenges to modern navigation, particularly in the Djerdap Gorge.

The removal process is complex due to the presence of UXO on board. To address this issue, a $30 million removal operation has been initiated, funded by the European Investment Bank and the Western Balkans Investment Framework, with support from the EU.