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Sudan Finishes Its Stockpile Destruction Just in Time!

On 31 March, the Republic of Sudan finished destroying its antipersonnel mine stockpile, just ahead of its 1 April 2008 deadline under Article 4 of the Mine Ban Treaty.

The ICBL Condemns Attacks on Afghan Deminers

The ICBL strongly condemns the cruel and deadly attacks on deminers in Afghanistan on Sunday and Monday. The ICBL calls on the government of Afghanistan to bring the perpetrators of these crimes to justice and to ensure deminers receive the protection they deserve.

Getting Poland Onboard: A Week of Advocacy Activities in Warsaw

In the week of 10 March, the ICBL and Polish Red Cross organised an intense programme of advocacy and awareness raising events in Warsaw, Poland, with a view to expediting Poland's ratification of the Mine Ban Treaty. Activities included the opening of a photo exhibitions, meetings with government representatives and members of parliament, and media work.

Burundi Finishes Stockpile Destruction: Just Ahead of 1 April Deadline

The final destruction ceremony took place at the Permanent Destruction Center of the National Defense Force (FDN) in Mudubugu in the province of Bubanza. A total of 664 antipersonnel mines – 591 POMZ-2M and 73 TS 50 mines – were destroyed.

ICBL seeks an Implementation Officer

The International Campaign to Ban Landmines (ICBL) is currently looking for an Implementation Officer to strengthen its capacity to work on implementation of the Mine Ban Treaty (MBT), with a particular emphasis on victim assistance. Applications from mine/ERW survivors with knowledge of mine action are strongly encouraged.

Ottawa Convention Implementation and Universalization Workshop in Bali

From 25-27 February, the ICBL participated in the “Ottawa Convention Implementation and Universalization Workshop” held in Bali, Indonesia.

Landmine Monitor (Handicap International) seeks Research Consultant

Handicap International is seeking a Landmine Monitor Research Consultant.

Le traité d'interdiction des mines antipersonnel: un modèle à suivre pour interdire les bombes à sous-munitions?

Alors que nous nous approchons d'un nouveau traité d'interdiction des bombes à sous-munitions qui causent des dommages insupportables aux populations civiles, le traité d'interdiction des mines antipersonnel fournit un bel exemple de la façon dont les gouvernements peuvent coopérer avec succès pour éradiquer les armes inhumaines.

Nine Years Since Entry Into Force, The Mine Ban Treaty Shows the Way Forward in Efforts to Ban Cluster Munitions

As the world moves closer to a new treaty to ban cluster munitions that cause unacceptable harm to civilians, the Mine Ban Treaty - which entered into force on 1 March 1999 - provides a solid example of how committed governments can successfully cooperate to eradicate inhumane weapons. Also available in French

CMC Press Release - Historic Step Forward for Treaty to Ban Cluster Bombs - After Week of Tough Talks, Nations Agree to Move Forward

After a week of tough diplomatic talks, the voice of survivors and committed states has prevailed and a draft treaty to ban cluster munitions has been endorsed for formal negotiation. The so called “Wellington Declaration” provides the draft treaty text to be negotiated and agreed in Dublin in May 2008 to ban cluster munitions, assist survivors and ensure clearance of their land.

Video Footage and Photos of the Wellington Conference on Cluster Munitions!

Watch highlights from the second and third days of diplomatic discussions as well as civil society strong mobilization in Wellington.

CMC Press Release - Nine Governments Seek to Weaken Draft Treaty to Allow US to Continue Using Cluster Bombs

On the second day of a five-day conference to develop a historic treaty banning cluster munitions worldwide, nine governments are attempting to create a loophole that will allow them to assist the USA to use cluster munitions. The Cluster Munition Coalition strongly condemns the hypocrisy of these countries trying to ban cluster bombs while assisting other countries to use them.

Colombia: Alarming Increase in Landmine Casualties

With 29 new landmine casualties in the first 48 days of 2008, Colombia appears set to remain at the top of the list of countries reporting the highest numbers of victims caused by landmines and unexploded ordnance.

CMC Press Release - Wellington Conference on Cluster Munitions, Global Push to Ban Cluster Bombs at Crossroads

More than 500 representatives from over 100 governments as well as campaigners and survivors of cluster bombs from 38 countries are gathering in New Zealand today for the penultimate meeting of the Oslo Process. This global effort initiated by Norway is set to culminate with the adoption in Dublin in May 2008 of a treaty to ban cluster munitions, assist survivors and ensure clearance of their land. The Oslo Process has drawn the support of two-thirds of the world’s nations.

Landmine Monitor seeks Editorial Assistant

Landmine Monitor is looking for an Editorial Assistant to be responsible for providing support to the final editing team during the production of Landmine Monitor Report 2008: Toward a Mine-Free World.