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The Demining Corps' main goal is to coordinate the efforts of Defense Ministry units, other components of the national mine action system, and international partners involved in mine action.
The demining groups will be responsible for conducting surveys in potentially contaminated areas, clearing territory within the operational response framework, and undertaking humanitarian demining activities.
The Demining Corps groups have been formed and partially engaged in tasks in areas facing the most challenging circumstances. The Corps units are likely to receive support from international partners, including through the Ukraine Mine Action Capacity Enhancement Coalition.
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Earlier reports indicated that 30% of Ukraine's territory was mined as a result of Russia's invasion, equivalent in size to two territories of Austria. The Internal Affairs Ministry and the State Emergency Service estimate that it may take up to ten years to fully demine these areas.
Ukraine's Internal Affairs Minister Ihor Klymenko said on April 5 that due to Russia's full-scale invasion, roughly 25% of Ukraine's territory is contaminated with mines and explosive devices.
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Section: Nation
Author: Владислава Топоркова
