1980s Iran-Iraq War landmines continue to threaten Iraq

Iraq has been listed as the most landmine-contaminated country in the world, where dozens lose their lives every year due to mine explosions. After 4 decades of conflict, Iraq has nearly 2,236 km2 of recorded contaminated areas.

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