Briefing on Humanitarian Demining in Ukraine
January 1, 2021
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The Frame
The briefing outlines the scope of landmine contamination in Ukraine, which impacts civilian safety, post-war recovery, and the allocation of U.S. and international humanitarian aid resources.
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Ukrainian civilians
They face ongoing risks of injury or death from landmines and unexploded ordnance in their communities.
U.S. Department of State
The agency manages and funds weapons removal and abatement programs in Ukraine.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2021.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The briefing was held on December 8, 2022, to address landmine and unexploded ordnance challenges in Ukraine.
- Ukraine was among the most landmine-affected countries globally even prior to the 2022 full-scale invasion, dating back to 2014.
- Over 1,100 civilians were killed or maimed by landmines and unexploded ordnance in Ukraine by 2022.
- Ukraine was ranked fifth globally for civilian casualties from landmines and in the top three for anti-vehicle mine incidents prior to 2022.
- The scale of landmine contamination increased exponentially following the Russian invasion in February 2022.
- The briefing included testimony from the U.S. State Department, Tetra Tech, and the Swiss Foundation for Demining.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is demining considered a prerequisite for recovery in Ukraine?
Who is responsible for the demining efforts discussed?
Why It Matters
The briefing outlines the scope of landmine contamination in Ukraine, which impacts civilian safety, post-war recovery, and the allocation of U.S. and international humanitarian aid resources.
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Discoveries
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Escalation of Contamination
The briefing highlights that Ukraine's landmine crisis was severe even before 2022, but the 2022 invasion caused an exponential increase in contamination.
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