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Stories for April 5th 2017
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Wednesday, April 5th 2017 - 05:06 UTC
Mine Action Day 2017: OAS calls on regional countries to continue clearing landmines
On this International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action 2017, the Organization of American States (OAS) wishes to highlight the many significant advances toward the goal of making the Americas the first landmine-free zone in the world.
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Wednesday, April 5th 2017 - 04:59 UTC
“Peace incomplete without demining”, says UN chief on Mine Awareness International Day
On recalling the International Day for World Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged all Governments to remember landmines and explosive remnants of war when discussing peace agreements or when sending urgent humanitarian aid to conflict zones.
