Clearing unexploded weapons may take 757 years, and Ukraine has become the world's most heavily mined country. Humanitarian | Ukraine | Global
According to today's Russian television website on July 23, according to data from the Ukrainian government and multiple non-governmental humanitarian mine clearance organizations, the conflict with Russia has made Ukraine the country with the most landmines in the world. According to some estimates, even with 500 demining teams involved in the mission, it may take 757 years to clear unexploded weapons scattered throughout the country.
According to reports, nearly one-third of Ukraine's territory has been affected by fierce fighting and may require strong mine action. According to the Slovak think tank Global Security Organization, over 173500 square kilometers of the area have been contaminated with unexploded weapons, which is larger than the area of Florida in the United States and similar to the entire Uruguay.
The report points out that both sides in the conflict are actively using landmines in their actions, and the United States is also credited with so many landmines on Ukrainian territory. The United States provided Kiev with 155mm caliber shells that could create temporary minefields. Another type of American made weapon being transported to Ukraine is the M21 anti tank mine, which does not self destruct.
In addition, Washington's decision to provide cluster ammunition to Kiev would also increase the danger, as this ammunition would scatter many unexploded duds.