Saudi Press

Saudi Arabia and the world
Monday, Sep 09, 2024

Masam campaign raises awareness on land mines in Yemen

In conjunction with the International Day for Mine Awareness, which falls on May 4, Masam launched a campaign to disseminate information on the dangers of land mines in the governorates of Marib and Taiz in Yemen.
On the occasion, Masam teams installed banners, warning about the dangers of tampering with mines and emphasizing the importance of reporting any suspicious objects, as well as informing Yemenis about the extent of crimes committed by the Houthi militia against civilians.

The campaign comes as part of a series of initiatives aimed at raising community awareness of the dangers of mines and highlighting the humanitarian efforts of Masam’s engineering teams across several Yemeni governorates.

The media center of the Masam project, which aims to dismantle land mines in Yemen, also published its monthly report, which revealed that in April, 3,059 mines, unexploded ordnance and explosive devices were cleared as part of the project’s ongoing humanitarian mission.

Overseen by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, Masam is one of several initiatives undertaken by Saudi Arabia at the directives of King Salman to help the Yemeni people.

By demining swathes of land, Masam helps to clear routes for much-needed humanitarian aid aimed at supporting the country’s citizens.

The center noted that since its launch in June 2018, 396,558 mines, unexploded ordnance and explosive devices randomly planted by the Houthi militia throughout Yemeni provinces have been cleared.

The demining operations took place in Marib, Aden, Jouf, Shabwa, Taiz, Hodeidah, Lahij, Sanaa, Al-Bayda, Al-Dhale and Saada.
Newsletter

Related Articles

Saudi Press
0:00
0:00
Close
Saudi Arabia Unveils Phase 2 of King Fahd Cultural Center Amidst Global Developments
Saudi Crown Prince Meets Russian FM; GCC-Indonesia Trade Talks Begin; Saudi Achievements Highlighted in Global Forums
Pope Francis Visits East Timor: A Landmark Journey for Unity and Hope
Global Turmoil: Jailbreak in Portugal, Tragedy in Nigeria, US School Shooting, Afghanistan's Malnutrition Crisis, Saudi Arabia’s FinTech Boom, and Sudan Conflict Escalation
Trigana Air Incident Highlights Indonesia's Aviation Challenges; Saudi Mortgage Boom and New India Sea Route; UAE's GDP Growth; Kentucky Manhunt Suspends Schools
Make Army Real Again
Bangladesh Seeks Extradition of Sheikh Hasina for War Crimes Amid Global Tension and Tragedies
Iraq and U.S. Plan Military Pullout Amid Regional Shifts; Pentagon Warns of Budget Impacts
Severe Flooding in Morocco Leaves 4 Dead and 14 Missing
Global Tensions Rise: From Egypt's Quest for Nefertiti's Return to Russian Drone Incursions and Migrant Tragedies in the Mediterranean
Amid Regional Unrest, Saudi Leaders Congratulate Algerian President on Controversial Re-election
From Saudi Date Harvest to Turkish Military Secular Oath: Global Updates
Saudi-Egyptian Diplomacy Strengthened as GCC Ministers Convene and Saudi Debt Market Doubles Amid Jeddah Tourism Boost
Kamala Harris Launches 'New Way Forward' Campaign as Saudi Arabia Advances Economic Vision and Bangladesh Seeks Aid for Rohingya Crisis
Global Updates: Trump’s Sentencing Delayed, Innovations in Saudi Healthcare, and Humanitarian Efforts for Gaza
Saudi Arabia Awards $6.13 Billion in Contracts for AMAALA Tourism Project Amidst Vision 2030 Success
Saudi Arabia to Host UN World Data Forum 2026, UK Suspends Arms Sales to Israel, and Major Economic Developments Affecting Global Markets
Iran's President to Visit Iraq Amidst Regional Turmoil, Saudi Aramco Adjusts Oil Prices, and Humanitarian Efforts Continue in Yemen
Saudi Arabia to Host 2026 UN World Data Forum: A Hub for Global Statistical Innovation and Collaboration
Middle East Turmoil and Economic Shifts: Gaza Conflict, Saudi Restructuring, and Omani Credit Growth
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Seeks Asylum in Spain Amid Election Crisis
Paris Court Charges Duo for Plotting Terrorist Attacks Amid Heightened Iran-Europe Tensions
Global Tensions and Tech Unveilings: From Ukrainian Shelling in Russia to AI Innovations in Berlin
Gaza War Marks Its 12th Month
Saudi Arabia Honors Cultural Pioneers Amidst Broader National Challenges
Jill Stein Criticizes US-Israel Ties, Pakistani Academic Defies Norms, and Tragedy Strikes British Tycoon: Today's Top Stories
Riyadh Mayoralty Inaugurates Second Nursery and Saudi Red Crescent's Air Ambulance Heroics Highlight Healthcare Advancements Amidst Regional Tensions
Iran's Missile Support to Russia Raises Global Tensions; Saudi Minister's Innovation Tour in Hong Kong Amid Middle Eastern Conflicts
Saudi Arabia Slashes Customs Fees and Introduces New Yacht Regulations under Vision 2030
Saudi Arabia Eyes Strategic Green Hydrogen Partnerships with Europe Amid Varied Global Crises
Libya Migrant Crisis and Global Tensions: From Deadly Shipwrecks to International Protests and Defense Initiatives
Gaza’s Children Face Grim Future as Conflict Halts Formal Education for Second Year
Escalating Ethnic Violence in Manipur Closes Schools; North Korea's Balloon Stunt Roils Seoul; Pope Calls for Peace in Papua New Guinea Amid Global Tensions
Tim Walz Advocates for Palestinian Rights Amidst Tensions in Gaza, Highlighting Humanitarian Concerns
Saudi Achievements in Cloud-Seeding and Mining Collaborations, Global Calls for Ceasefire, and Biden's Diplomatic Moves
Global Developments: UK Targets Smugglers, Ukraine Seeks Aid, and Thailand Welcomes Youngest PM
U.S. Probes Shooting of Turkish-American Activist by Israeli Forces; NATO Urges China to End Russia Support; Emergency Landing in Turkiye Amid Bomb Threat
Saudi Arabia to Host Groundbreaking Exhibition of Chinese Contemporary Art in Diriyah
Griffon Vultures Revive, New Sports Academy, and FinTech Booms: Saudi Arabia's Multifaceted Progress
Global Unrest: Elephants Rescued in Myanmar, NATO's Appeal to China, and Food Prices Fluctuate Amid Growing Crises
Toronto Film Festival Kicks Off Amid Protests, Tragedy Strikes Kenyan School, Saudi Real Estate Loans Surge, Philippines Ex-Mayor Faces Charges, China Halts International Adoptions, World's Largest Indoor Ski Resort Opens in Shanghai
Rare Eurasian Griffon Vulture Colonies Discovered in Saudi Reserve Amid Global Vulture Awareness Efforts
Israeli Withdrawal from Jenin, Pope Francis's Indonesian Visit, and Global Events Highlight a Turbulent Week
UK Bolsters Ukraine's Defense Amid Russian Attacks; US Commits Millions to Aid Haiti; Hunter Biden Faces Tax Evasion Charges; Trump Plans Antisemitism Crackdown and Federal Overhaul
Global AI Summit in Riyadh Highlighted by Commemorative Passport Stamp Amid Global Turmoil
Muvi Cinemas Launches Sensory-Friendly Sessions for Children with Autism in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030: Housing Success, Women's Achievements, and New Regulations Propel Kingdom to Economic Growth
Algeria Votes Amid Tebboune’s Expected Victory; UK Universities Seek Higher Tuition Fees; Egypt Holds Interest Rates Steady; IMF Praises Saudi Housing Program; OPEC+ Extends Oil Supply Cuts
Saudi Arabia’s NHC Dominates GCC Real Estate as UAE Celebrates First Nuclear Plant Amid Regional Tensions and OPEC+ Oil Cuts
NATO Backs Ukraine's Historic Offensive in Russia, Saudi Arabia's Fintech Boom, and Global Health and Political Updates
×