Landmines in Yemen Continue to Threaten Civilian Lives

Landmines in Yemen Continue to Threaten Civilian Lives
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Landmines in Yemen remain a significant threat, claiming the lives of over 6,400 civilians, including 412 women and 677 girls, with many more injured, according to recent reports. A recent incident in Al-Naaman district, Al-Bayda province, saw two girls, aged 12 and 17, killed while tending livestock when they stepped on a landmine, highlighting the persistent dangers faced by civilians in daily life.

National Investigation Committee member emphasized that farmlands and pastures have become deadly zones due to explosive remnants. The Yemeni Network for Rights and Freedoms reported that 918 survivors live with permanent disabilities, including 413 amputations and two cases of total blindness, complicating even basic daily activities.

In Taiz, the Masam Center documented 220 female victims of landmines, 17 of whom died, while 203 suffered injuries, some resulting in lasting disabilities that hinder mobility, education, and normal life. Human rights advocates urge international organizations to accelerate demining operations and provide physical and psychological support to victims to prevent further loss of life.