KSrelief Masam Project Successfully Removes 732 Mines Across Yemen In January 2025

The Saudi Project for Landmine Clearance, known as Masam, is an initiative by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief). In the fifth week of January 2025, Masam successfully cleared 732 mines in Yemen. The operation removed 31 anti-tank mines, 11 anti-personnel mines, 685 unexploded ordnances (UXOs), and five improvised explosive devices (IEDs).

Masam's demining teams worked across several Yemeni governorates. In Aden, they cleared one anti-personnel mine. Another was removed in Qa'tabah District, Al-Dhale Governorate. In Hays District, Al Hudaydah Governorate, two anti-personnel mines, two anti-tank mines, and two UXOs were neutralized.

In Lahij Governorate's Al Wahat District, six UXOs were cleared. Meanwhile, in Al-Mudaraba District, two anti-tank mines, four UXOs, and one IED were neutralized. Marib Governorate saw the removal of one anti-tank mine in Raghwan District and five UXOs in Al-Wadi District.

In Marib District itself, a significant clearance included 22 anti-tank mines and 315 UXOs. Shabwa Governorate's Bayhan District had one anti-personnel mine and one UXO removed. These efforts are part of a broader mission to ensure safety for civilians.

In Taiz Governorate's Mokha District, Masam teams cleared six anti-personnel mines, one anti-tank mine, 312 UXOs, and two IEDs. Dhubab District saw the removal of three anti-tank mines, 40 UXOs, and two IEDs. Additionally, one anti-personnel mine was extracted from Al-Mudhaffar District.

The total number of landmines cleared in January reached 4,094. Since the project's inception, Masam has removed a cumulative total of 480,526 mines. These efforts aim to reduce the threat posed by randomly planted mines across Yemen.

Commitment to Safety

The presence of these landmines poses severe risks to civilians in Yemen. Children, women, and the elderly are particularly vulnerable to these hidden dangers. The Masam Project is dedicated to protecting lives by eliminating these threats.

This initiative is part of Saudi Arabia's humanitarian efforts to restore hope for the Yemeni people. By clearing these deadly devices, Masam aims to ensure safety and security for communities affected by conflict.

With inputs from SPA