Landmines

Landmines are explosive devices hidden underground or on the surface, designed to detonate when pressure, movement, or proximity triggers them. They are often used in military conflicts to restrict movement or defend areas. Landmines can remain dangerous for years after a conflict ends, posing risks to civilians, animals, and demining personnel. Their impact is long-lasting, causing injuries or death long after active combat has stopped. Efforts to remove them, called demining, are crucial to ensure safe land for communities and to prevent future tragedies.