UN Reports Landmines Affect 58 Countries

The United Nations reports that landmines have contaminated 58 countries and cause hundreds of civilian casualties each year, with 645 deaths and over 4,300 injuries in 2024 alone. The majority of victims are children, who make up more than 40% of those affected. These mines are used in countries such as Myanmar, Syria, Afghanistan, and Ukraine, leading to the destruction of land and the displacement of populations, despite the signing of the Ottawa Treaty, which is adhered to by 162 countries. The High Commissioner called for increased international efforts to clear contaminated areas and to comply with the treaty.

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