A number of unexploded bombs dating back to the First World War have been uncovered in the Dolomite mountain range in northern Italy as glaciers continue to melt, the Italian army reported. The ordnance dates from the 1915-1918 conflict known as the "white war," fought between Austro-Hungarian and Italian forces in the harsh, high-altitude environment.

During the summer months, hikers in the Primiero valley spotted several unexploded devices emerging from retreating ice and snow. In response, soldiers from the Julia Alpine brigade launched a comprehensive clearance operation targeting areas with glaciers and rugged terrain in the Trentino Alto Adige region of the Dolomites. Over the course of the operation, the military secured and safely dismantled approximately 250 explosive remnants.

The discovery highlights the lingering legacy of the First World War in the region, which saw intense mountain warfare under severe weather conditions. The military emphasized ongoing vigilance as further ordnance may continue to surface as climate change accelerates glacial retreat. No casualties linked to these uncovered munitions were reported during the recent clearance efforts.