Masam has removed over one thousand mines and munitions in a week, clearing 205,000 square meters of Yemeni land.

Mine Removal Efforts in Yemen Yield Significant Results

The Operations Room of the “Masam” project for mine clearance in Yemen announced that its teams removed 1,041 landmines, unexploded ordnance, and explosive devices during the first week of November. Additionally, they cleared 205,869 square meters of land contaminated by war remnants.

Breakdown of Removed Explosives

The project reported that the removed quantity included 973 unexploded munitions, 46 anti-tank mines, 16 anti-personnel mines, and 6 explosive devices. These efforts aim to protect civilians and secure affected areas.

Ongoing Success in Medi District

Since the start of its operations in the Medi District, the “Masam” teams have successfully removed 13,370 landmines, unexploded ordnance, and explosive devices. They have also cleared over 5.1 million square meters of land as part of ongoing operations to eliminate mine hazards and ensure the safety of residents.

Cumulative Achievements Since 2018

The project confirmed that the total number of explosives removed since its launch in Yemen at the end of June 2018, up to November 6, 2026, reached 601,041 landmines, unexploded ordnance, and explosive devices. This total includes 431,033 unexploded munitions, 153,430 anti-tank mines, 7,858 anti-personnel mines, and 8,720 explosive devices.

Extensive Land Clearance Operations

Furthermore, the engineering teams associated with the project have cleared 86,964,108 square meters of Yemeni land. These continuous efforts aim to reduce the risks posed by landmines and war remnants, providing a safer environment for civilians.

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