#APOPO teams find and destroy landmines & other explosives. Safe land is a vital resource to communities in Angola ready to get back on their feet. These mines were visible when we arrived at the minefield. The team removed and destroyed 110 landmines here. #HeroRATs #StopMines #MineFreeWorld
According to the Landmine Monitor Report 2025, 9 in 10 recorded landmine casualties are civilians. Almost half are children.
Let these figures sink in. States using, producing, or considering the deployment of landmines should take note of this documented reality.
#MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
Why are we still using weapons in 2026 that can’t tell the difference between a soldier and a child?
Landmines are a legacy of danger and they belong in the past.
#MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
#APOPO Mine Action Angola has concluded its 2025 operations with the safe demolition of 700+ explosive ordnance items, building safer futures. Thank you to the Government of Japan for making this work possible.
#StopMines #LandmineFree #MineFreeWorld
3/3 At this #22MSP side event, #Colombia 's progress on #VictimAssistance (VA) included these key learnings:
👉 Support survivor networks
👉 Work closely with survivors on VA design & implementation
👉 Help governments integrate international VA standards into law
#MineFreeWorld #MineBanTreaty
Ukraine’s suspension of the Mine Ban Treaty is unlawful. The Treaty does not permit the suspension of obligations, even in conflict. We join organisations globally in warning that “civilians, especially children, will pay the heaviest price.” #MineFreeWorld
We’re in @ungeneva.bsky.social for the #22MSP of the #MineBanTreaty and ready for a week of critical discussions to strengthen the protection of civilians, uphold the norm, and push for timely implementation💚 #solidarityinaction #minefreeworld
Campaigns & organizations around 🌍 say allowing Ukraine's suspension of Mine Ban Treaty sets "dangerous precedent that could weaken respect for any instrument of international humanitarian law during armed conflict in any part of the world."
#MineFreeWorld humanitariandisarmament.org/2025/11/29/j...
A last look at who receives international mine action funding, and where support is making a tangible difference on the ground.
Meet us next Monday for the full launch of the Landmine Monitor 2025, on 1 December at 9:30 AM CET, right before the the MSP meeting kicks off.
#MineFreeWorld
Mine action funding: the gaps are real and the needs are greater.
We break it down in the Landmine Monitor 2025 launching 1st December, 09:30 CET.
#MineFreeWorld
Another glimpse from the Landmine Monitor 2025: the current status of the Mine Ban Treaty.
While most of the world stands firmly against landmines, a small number of states remain outside the treaty.
Full report launches 1 December at 09:30 CET. Stay Tuned!
#MineFreeWorld
Another sneak peek from the Landmine Monitor 2025: a global view of areas still contaminated by landmines.
The full report launches on 1 December at 09:30 CET, hosted by UNIDIR.
#MineFreeWorld
"No suspensions. States Parties have an obligation to uphold the Mine Ban Treaty and the norm it represents, under all circumstances.”
The ICBL-CMC at #UNGA last week speaking out against attempts to dilute the norm.
Check the full video here: bit.ly/3L8kuH3
#MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
We welcomes 🇨🇭 #Switzerland’s decision to formally object to a recent announcement by #Ukraine that it would suspend operation of the Mine Ban Treaty.
#MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
What would be the consequences if Ukraine suspended the Mine Ban Treaty? 👇
ICBL urges States Parties to submit their formal objections to Ukraine’s suspension, and calls on #Ukraine to immediately retract its decision to suspend its treaty obligations.
#MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
Lloyd Axworthy joined us as the guest of the 6 ep. of #SilentKillers.
In the episode he reflects on his political journey, the lasting impact of the Ottawa Treaty, and the urgent challenges still posed by antipersonnel mines.
Listen now: bit.ly/47aVGWh
#MineFreeWorld
The Mine Ban Treaty does NOT permit suspensions. Obligations apply at all times, in all circumstances.
Just because the Mine Ban Treaty doesn’t explicitly talk about suspensions doesn’t mean suspensions are allowed.
#MineFreeWorld
🎙️ New Episode Alert!
In this latest episode of #SilentKillers, we sit with the photographer and photojournalist Giovanni Diffidenti, whose powerful reportage has illuminated critical humanitarian issues in over twenty countries.
👉 Listen now: bit.ly/3IATCyI
#MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
Why are some #EU member states backsliding on the use, production, and transfer of antipersonnel landmines?
In the United Nations's Expert Talk series, ICBL Director Tamar Gabelnick breaks down the grave consequences of such developments.
It's a crucial read for everyone 👇
#MineFreeWorld
This meme reflects the public’s reaction to the renewed use of antipersonnel mines in #Europe.
👉 No country should be using antipersonnel mines under any circumstances.
#MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
ICBL Press Release in light of #Poland's notification to the UN to withdraw from the Mine Ban Treaty 👇
#MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
Cluster Munition Monitor 2024 reports that from February 2022 to December 2023, a total of 1,023 cluster munition casualties were recorded for #Ukraine. However, the actual number is likely much higher as many casualties go unreported.
#MineFreeWorld #BanClusterBombs
In the first part of 2025, Donakati successfully organised mine risk awareness meetings in various locations in #Mozambique, including teachers, workers and members of rural communities.
Well done Donakati!
#MineFreeWorld #InvestingInAction
In the previous months we’ve heard every excuse to withdraw from these humanitarian disarmament treaties.
But there is no justification. Not for landmines. Not for cluster munitions.
#MineFreeWorld #BanClusterBombs
In the previous months we’ve heard every excuse to withdraw from these humanitarian disarmament treaties.
But there is no justification. Not for landmines. Not for cluster munitions.
#MineFreeWorld #BanClusterBombs
#APOPO is committed to using our expertise to help solve some of the world's most dangerous challenges, such as quickly removing landmines hidden decades ago, and returning safe land to local communities.
#MineAction #ScentDetection #MineFreeWorld #HeroRATs#HeroDOGs #SavingLives
Voices from around the world are calling on #Canada to lead again. Together with @avaaz.org, the ICBL delivered hundreds of messages urging Prime Minister Carney @mark-carney.bsky.social to defend the Mine Ban Treaty and reject the return of landmines.
#MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
More than 80,000 people in Europe have signed the WeMove Europe and ICBL petition to say no to anti-personnel mines.
👉 You haven’t signed yet? Do it now: bit.ly/45Dq9x0
#MineFreeWorld #IProtectMineBan
As part of our Real-Life Stories series, today's feature is ICBL longstanding campaigner and ambassador Margaret Arach Orech, who is also a landmine survivor.
Margaret's story is a powerful reminder of why the ban on landmines must never be abandoned.
#MineFreeWorld #ProtectMineBan
