RASC News Agency: The United Nations has identified children as the primary victims of landmines and explosive remnants of war in Afghanistan. In its latest report, UNAMA underscored that the country continues to face a severe crisis stemming from these deadly remnants of past conflicts, which disproportionately impact children. The report reveals that in recent years, numerous children have lost their lives or suffered debilitating injuries due to landmine explosions and unexploded ordnance.
These remnants, which are alarmingly widespread in rural and remote regions, pose a grave threat not only to children’s lives but also to their daily existence and long-term prospects. The innate curiosity of children often leads them to unknowingly interact with these hazardous materials, resulting in devastating accidents. UNAMA has called on the Afghanistan government and the international community to prioritize the clearance of contaminated areas and to introduce comprehensive educational campaigns aimed at raising awareness among families and children about the dangers posed by landmines and unexploded ordnance.
Furthermore, the organization has stressed the importance of providing robust support to victims and their families. It has urged an increase in financial resources to enhance demining operations and implement victim assistance programs, ensuring a safer environment and a more secure future for Afghanistan’s most vulnerable population.
