UN Secretary-General António Guterres strongly criticized the resurgence of anti-personnel landmines, particularly in light of the US decision to supply them to Ukraine. The statement highlights the ongoing threat posed by these weapons and calls on signatory nations to uphold their commitments under the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Treaty.
Prince Harry delivered an emotional speech at a charity event in New York, highlighting his commitment to The HALO Trust and the legacy of his mother, Princess Diana. He spoke about his visit to Angola in 2019, retracing his mother’s footsteps in a former minefield, and emphasized the importance of clearing landmines worldwide.
Japan and Cambodia have announced a joint project to share expertise and technology for landmine removal, specifically aiding Ukraine. This partnership will include providing demining equipment and training Ukrainian personnel in Cambodia.
