Explosive Hazards: Recent Data on Casualties in Ukraine
Since the onset of Russia's full-scale aggression in Ukraine, 1,265 individuals have been reported as victims of landmines and explosive remnants, including 127 children.
This information was provided by the Main Department of Mine Action, Civil Protection, and Environmental Safety via Facebook.
The department stated that it functions as the secretariat of the National Mine Action Authority, monitoring and verifying data regarding incidents related to landmines and explosive remnants of war, as well as affected civilians, with information sourced from local government bodies.
As of August 6, a total of 1,265 individuals have suffered from enemy mines and explosive remnants since the start of Russia's aggression, including 127 children and 1,138 adults.
The highest number of casualties comes from professions such as farmers - 235 individuals, critical infrastructure workers - 137, and drivers - 88. Additionally, there are 118 students, 125 unemployed individuals, and 105 pensioners among the victims.
The Main Department continues data collection systematically under point 29 of the Siem Reap-Angkor Action Plan for implementing the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention.
Ukrainian law enforcement agencies are opening criminal cases regarding violations of the rules and customs of war by the Russian Federation for each incident of detonation among the Ukrainian population on Russian landmines.
A relevant database and interactive map assist government and humanitarian organizations in informing the population about risks associated with explosive objects and providing aid to those affected by mine-related injuries.
