United Nations, New York, December 2009 - Ten years ago, a Convention to ban anti-personnel mines came into force. Despite progress, millions of people globally are still affected by landmines and unexploded ordnance. UN Mine Action teams, tasked with clearing the explosive leftovers of war, are trained annually to face the realities of post-conflict areas.
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