Angola faces a severe landmine crisis due to wars and uncontrolled arms supplies, causing numerous casualties.

Angola faces a severe landmine crisis resulting from its wars for independence and civil conflict, compounded by uncontrolled arms supplies from global powers. Despite efforts by organizations like Halo Trust and local bodies, the extent of landmine contamination remains alarming, causing numerous casualties. This situation underscores the urgent need for stricter global arms control and a coordinated response to prevent similar crises in other regions, learning from Angola’s experience.

September 05, 2024
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