Tripoli: The United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) under the UN mission in Libya, together with its implementing partners, convened in Tripoli to review the advancements, priorities, and obstacles encountered in mine clearance work.
According to the Libyan News Agency, the meeting, orchestrated by the Libyan Mine Action Center in conjunction with the UN mission, underscored progress in developing the National Mine Action Strategy. It emphasized the urgent need to focus efforts on areas south of Tripoli, Mizdah, Sirte, and the Gulf of Bomba in eastern Libya, where explosive remnants of war are highly concentrated.
The Libyan Mine Action Center provided data indicating that 1,534,944 square meters of land contaminated with mines were cleared and rendered safe for use throughout 2025, thanks to ongoing mine clearance operations. Additionally, mine risk education efforts reached 42,481 individuals through direct sessions, complemented by broader awareness initiatives within affected communities.
Key challenges discussed at the meeting included funding limitations and the restricted temporary storage capacity for materials collected during clearance activities. The ambassadors of Spain and Canada were present, listening to the implementing agencies and expressing their ongoing support for mine action operations in Libya, as reported by the UN mission.