Afghanistan: 100s Killed, Injured by Landmines in Past Year


Statistics from the Afghan Directorate for Mine Action Coordination (DMAC) show that “120 civilians are killed and injured each month” as a result of landmine explosions.

Officials gathered in Kabul today (Wednesday) to mark the International Day of Mine Awareness saying 1,016 people were killed and injured last year as a result of landmine explosions.

“On average, 120 civilians are killed or injured every month as a result of landmine explosions,” said Nooruddin Rostamkhail, head of cohesion, coordination and mine clearance.

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Source: TOLO News