Mine Action Update: Ukraine (Jan 2025)

Ukraine is now one of the most mine-contaminated areas in the world. Landmines and explosive remnants of war continue to pose a grave threat to civilians, hinder agricultural development, and make reconstruction efforts more dangerous.

In an interview with UNMAS, Paul Heslop, Senior Mine Action Advisor at the UN Resident Coordinator Office in Ukraine, sheds light on the current situation, the ongoing challenges of mine clearance, and the progress made by the UN and its partners.

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Together, we must work towards a safer and more secure Ukraine.