Mediterranean Whales at Risk
Fin and sperm whales face deadly ship strikes in the Mediterranean. Experts stressed urgent action in high-risk zones like the Northwestern Mediterranean and the Hellenic Trench.

 

Progress and Key Steps
Route shifts away from core sperm-whale habitat in Greece and speed reductions in the northwest are vital. Lower speeds also benefit the wider environment. If major obstacles are overcome, the region could become a model for reducing ship-strike risks—but time is running out for whale protection.