BAKU, Azerbaijan, April 4. Azerbaijan
reaffirmed its commitment to addressing the severe humanitarian
impact of landmines, marking the International Day for Mine
Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, Trend reports citing MFA.
According to the Azerbaijani Ministry of Foreign Affairs, mines
and unexploded ordnance (UXO) continue to pose a serious threat to
human life, slowing reconstruction efforts and complicating the
safe return of internally displaced persons.
The ministry noted that Azerbaijan remains among the countries
most heavily affected by mine contamination.
It also called on the international community to increase
support for humanitarian demining operations and assistance to
victims.
Officials emphasized, that a mine-free future is essential for
sustainable peace, development, and human security.
