News – May 2026

  • Russian Sappers Deploy Electromagnetic Guns for Mine Clearance in Donbass

    May 10, 2026

    Servicemen from Russia’s Center group of forces have begun using «electromagnetic guns» to clear mines in recently liberated settlements in the Donetsk People’s Republic, the Russian Defense Ministry’s press service reported. According to the ministry, sappers from the 12th Separate Guards Engineer Brigade are deploying the Courier ground-based robotic system. The platform is equipped with a device that generates a powerful electromagnetic field, allowing specialists to clear urban ...

  • The UK renews £1.6M for Cambodia mine action

    May 7, 2026

    Thousands of Cambodian farming families will live and work more safely as the UK renews its commitment to mine action in Cambodia, now in its fourth decade of support with an estimated total contribution of £65 million (over USD 85 million). This year, the UK Government is renewing a commitment of £1.6 million (USD 2.1 million) ...

  • UN: Global demining work strained by rising conflicts and shrinking aid

    May 2, 2026

    Demining experts from around the world have been sharing their collective shock at the widespread and growing threat from unexploded ordnance, the new head of the UN Mine Action Service (UNMAS) said this week. “They’re telling me, ‘Never in my career have I ever seen so many conflicts,’” said Kazumi Ogawa, speaking at the close of ...

  • Cambodia: Farmer killed in mine blast as ERW casualties rise

    May 1, 2026

    A farmer was killed Wednesday when an explosive remnant of war (ERW) detonated on his land in Battambang province, taking the number of blast casualties to 21 since the start of the year. This marks a rise of 17% compared to the same period last year. Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC) Director-General Heng Ratana said the ...