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landmines
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Euronewsworld8 hrs ago
UN reports 58 states and territories contaminated by landmines
The UN recorded 945 deaths and 4,325 injuries from landmines and explosive remnants of war in 2024. At least 58 states and territories remain contaminated by anti-personnel mines.
Al Jazeeraworld51 days ago
Yemen Sees 107 Civilian Landmine Casualties in Early 2025, Amid De-Mining Progress and Post-Ceasefire Challenges
Landmines and explosive remnants continue to claim lives in Yemen despite a 2022 ceasefire, with 107 civilians killed or injured in the first half of 2025, most of them children. Personal stories highlight the ongoing danger, as de-mining efforts remove thousands of devices but f…
President's Secretariat / Wikimedia (GODL-India)world57 days ago
Sudanese Authorities Work to Clear Landmines in Khartoum
Sudanese authorities are addressing landmines scattered across Khartoum, remnants from a civil war. These explosives remain in areas such as parks once used by families. The effort highlights ongoing challenges in the capital.
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