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Over 1,000 injured by Russian mines in Ukraine since February 2022, including 100 children

4 November, 2024 Monday
20:10

Since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, 1,068 Ukrainian civilians have been injured by mines and explosive devices, including 100 children

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The Main Directorate for Mine Action, Civil Protection, and Environmental Safety reported this information.

As of November 1, 2024, the report states that 1,068 people have been injured by Russian mines and unexploded ordnance, with 100 being children and 968 adults.

Read also: “Ukraine should be mine-free by 2033” - PM at on mine action conference

The groups most affected include:

  • Farmers: 199
  • Pensioners: 80
  • Critical infrastructure workers: 112
  • Drivers: 79
  • Students: 90

Ukrainian law enforcement agencies initiate criminal proceedings for violations of the rules and customs of warfare by the Russian Federation following each explosion involving civilians caused by Russian mines.

  • On September 20, it was reported that since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, a total of 5,308 square kilometers of Ukraine’s territory have been surveyed and cleared of mines.
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