EU countries' withdrawal from anti-landmine convention sparks controversy 😔
EU countries' withdrawal from anti-landmine convention sparks controversy 😔
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The war in Ukraine has prompted some EU countries, including Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland, to reconsider their commitment to the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention, leading to plans for withdrawal. This decision raises concerns about the potential reintroduction of anti-personnel mines in Europe, which have been banned since 1997 due to their devastating impact on civilians. Reports indicate that anti-personnel mines continue to cause significant casualties worldwide, with civilians, particularly women and children, being the primary victims. The EU's official stance remains against the use of such mines, but the Baltic states argue that their security situation necessitates a reconsideration of this ban.