05/04/2026
On the , the Coalition and its partners warn that civilians are still being killed and injured —not by active frontlines, but by explosives deliberately planted in roads, farms, and residential areas, in clear violation of international humanitarian law.
remains among the most heavily contaminated countries globally. The scale of contamination and civilian harm continues to rank among the highest worldwide.
This is not just a humanitarian issue—it is a structural barrier to return, recovery, and . From to , communities remain trapped between displacement and danger, while incidents continue on a near-daily basis.
Despite ongoing clearance efforts, the scale of contamination still exceeds capacity. At the same time, serious gaps in oversight raise urgent questions: how can international support be effective if it is not tied to accountability and verifiable compliance?
Mine action in cannot remain technical—it is inherently political.
Without transparency, accountability, and pressure on conflict actors, the cycle will continue.
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https://justice4yemenpact.org/statement-landmines-in-yemen-an-ongoing-threat-to-civilians/
