Afghanistan, Feb. 17 -- European officials pledged continued support for mine clearance and survivor assistance programs to protect civilians facing explosive threats across Afghanistan nationwide.
The European Commission announced on Monday to continue funding for mine clearance, explosive risk education, and rehabilitation services to protect civilians across Afghanistan.
The Commission said decades of conflict have left millions of landmines and unexploded munitions scattered nationwide, posing ongoing threats to communities, farmland, and residential areas.
According to the United Nations Mine Action Service, more than 45,000 civilians have been killed or injured by landmines and explosive remnants since 1989.
Children, farmers, and...