Baku: Since the 2020-war, 433 people have become victims of landmine contamination by Armenia, the Azerbaijan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) wrote on its X account, APA reports. As a result of another landmine explosion, two Azerbaijani citizens were severely injured. This incident underscores the ongoing threats posed by landmines in the region.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the ministry emphasized the persistent human cost associated with landmines and the everyday dangers faced by innocent civilians. The statement highlighted the urgent need for increased international support to facilitate comprehensive demining efforts. The ministry stressed that achieving a mine-free future is vital for sustainable peace, development, and human security.
In a recent event, two individuals were injured in a landmine explosion in Aghdara, illustrating the immediate hazards that landmines continue to present in affected areas.