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United Nations warns of the threat of mines in Libya.

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Tripoli - April 18, 2025 (LANA) - The Libyan Mine Action Centre (LMAC) organized an event last Wednesday to commemorate the International Day for Mine Awareness at the Sports City in Tripoli, in partnership with the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) and international and national organizations involved in mine clearance and explosive remnants of war.

UNSMIL said on Friday, that the event was attended by representatives of key Libyan institutions, such as the Ministries of Defense and Health, and the Chief of Staff of the Libyan Army. They were also joined by ambassadors and delegates from Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Ghana, Qatar, Turkey, and the United Kingdom.

Citing data from the Libyan Mine Action Centre (LMAC), Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator, Ines Choma, said during the opening ceremony that hundreds of millions of square meters of Libya have been identified as hazardous areas, with more expected to be added. In some areas, such as those buried under rubble, he warned that the risk is extremely high, particularly for the population.

Choma emphasized the need to continue clearing mines and explosive remnants of war and raising awareness of their dangers to ensure safe movement for communities, families, and children.

=Lana=