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The United Nations Mission to Support the Hudaydah Agreement (UNMHA) has recorded four (04) landmine and explosive remnants of war (ERW) related incidents in Hudaydah Governorate in May. In these incidents, two (02) men and one (1) boy were killed, and one(1) boy injured. One of the incidents involved a landmine detonating beneath a plow that a civilian was using to prepare his farmland for the agricultural season, further highlighting the devastating impact of landmines on livelihoods and food security. The affected areas At Tuhayta, Bayt Al Faqih, and Hays remain hotspots for persistent landmine and ERW incidents. The number of casualties in May marks an increase compared to April, highlighting the ongoing and serious threat posed by Landmines and ERW. This alarming trend reinforces the urgent need to enhance mine action efforts, including clearance operations, explosive ordnance risk education(EORE), and victim assistance, to protect civilians and prevent further loss of life.
Mine Action Activities
In May 2025, the UNMHA Mine Action Team demonstrated strong operational engagement by participating in nine key coordination meetings with mine action stakeholders across Yemen. These efforts focused on strengthening strategic partnerships, aligning operational priorities, and enhancing information sharing.
Through its consistent presence and collaboration, the team contributed to more effective planning and implementation of activities aimed at mitigating the threat posed by landmines and explosive remnants of war (ERW), ultimately supporting safer conditions for affected communities.
The Mission continues to monitor demarcation of the confirmed hazardous areas in the three ports of Hudaydah, Ras Issa, and As Salif as per the Mission’s mandate. The Mission continues to keep staff in the governorate, on both sides of the frontlines, to implement the Mission's mandate and support efforts by the Special Envoy, Resident Coordinator, and the UN agencies, funds, and programmes.