Yemen governorates saw the removal of 5,287 mines during the first week of August 2026. This total included 5,151 unexploded munitions, 69 anti-tank mines, 43 explosive devices, and 24 anti-personnel mines.
According to SPA, the Masam project, operated by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), has now removed a total of 583,513 mines since its launch. These devices were placed indiscriminately across Yemeni territory, posing threats to civilians, specifically women, children, and the elderly.
Saudi Arabia continues these demining efforts through KSrelief to increase civilian security and provide the Yemeni people with safe and dignified living conditions.
How many mines did the Masam project remove in early August 2026? During the first week of August 2026, the Masam project removed 5,287 mines across various governorates in Yemen. This specific operation included the dismantling of 5,151 unexploded munitions, 69 anti-tank mines, 43 explosive devices, and 24 anti-personnel mines to improve safety in those regions.
What is the total number of mines removed by the project since its start? Since the launch of the Masam project by KSrelief, the total number of mines removed from Yemeni territory has reached 583,513. These devices were placed indiscriminately and threatened the lives of civilians, including the elderly, women, and children.
Who is responsible for the demining efforts in Yemen mentioned in the report? The demining efforts are carried out by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre, known as KSrelief, which is the humanitarian arm of Saudi Arabia. The center operates the Masam project to remove indiscriminate mines and ensure the Yemeni people can live in safe and dignified conditions.