On March 23, 2025, it was reported that members of Saudi Arabia’s Project Masam successfully removed 552 explosive devices from various regions in Yemen during the previous week.

The total count included 513 unexploded ordnances, 35 anti-tank mines, and four additional explosive devices.

Since the inception of the project in 2018, a total of 485,501 mines have been cleared.

The explosive devices have been planted indiscriminately and represent a significant threat to civilian populations, including vulnerable groups such as children, women, and the elderly.

The demining operations occurred across multiple Yemeni governorates, including Marib, Aden, Jouf, Shabwa, Taiz, Hodeidah, Lahij, Sanaa, Al-Bayda, Al-Dhale, and Saada.

In addition to the removal of mines, Project Masam also focuses on training local demining engineers and equipping them with modern tools.

The initiative provides support for Yemenis who have been injured by these explosives, aiming to reduce the dangers posed by landmines and provide safer environments for civilian activities.

The teams involved in the effort prioritize clearing areas such as villages, roads, and schools to ensure safe movement for civilians and facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid.