Explosive remnants of war (ERW), such as landmines, unexploded ordnance, and improvised explosive devices, continue to endanger populations in areas affected by conflicts. According to the Landmine & Cluster Munition Monitor, there were over 5,500 casualties from ERW in 2019 alone. These devices deprive communities of safe access to land for agriculture, infrastructure, and other development needs long after hostilities have ended. The ... Read more
