MAG's response in #Ukraine has grown in the last four years alongside the needs of communities affected by the conflict. As of July 2026, our teams have cleared more than 2.5 million square metres of land and delivered almost 16,000 explosive ordnance risk education sessions.

MAG is pleased to announce our partnership with @norwaymfa.government.no. to expand mine action in some of the world's most contaminated countries. The funding will support our work in Ethiopia, Laos, Lebanon, Myanmar, Senegal, Sri Lanka, Syria and Ukraine. Read more ➡️ buff.ly/ssi7b9J

Congratulations to Ed Miliband on his appointment as UK Foreign Secretary. We look forward to continuing our close partnership with The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. Read MAG’s full statement here ⬇️

Statement from MAG on the appointment of UK Foreign Secretary | MAG

Congratulations to Ed Miliband on his appointment as Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs.

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MAG congratulates @andyburnham.bsky.social on becoming Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. As a Manchester-based organisation, we have valued his friendship and support for MAG and for the wider humanitarian sector as Mayor of Greater Manchester. Read our full statement ⬇️ buff.ly/KUsPzJw

MAG statement on the appointment of new UK Prime Minister | MAG

MAG warmly congratulates Andy Burnham on his appointment as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

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Eric, 14, dreamt of playing for Real Madrid. In November 2025, that changed when he lost his leg to a mortar explosion in Angola - a war that ended in 2002, before he was even born. Click here to read Eric's story: buff.ly/64UUfnw

Our teams teach communities the dangers of explosives - a message that needs to be understood and remembered. With @germany.diplo.de's support, we are using in #Iraq an innovative VR experience: adults and children safely walk a simulated minefield, learning to spot danger and navigate safe routes.

During Sri Lanka's war, Mullikulam Upper School's playground was used to store weapons and military vehicles. Years later, heavy rain exposed a landmine. MAG cleared the site - now 100+ students can play safely. Every child deserves to learn free from fear. #SriLanka

In #Chad, we were pleased to welcome the Acting Chargé d’Affaires of the Spanish Embassy 🇪🇸 on a visit to MAG’s ammunition destruction operations. Supported by the @exterioresgob.bsky.social, this work reflects Spain’s commitment to strengthening security and stability in Chad and across Africa.

This week, MAG is at the Syria Mine Action Partner Conference, sharing lessons learned from #Syria and across the region, highlighting the need for coordinated emergency mine action, and supporting a Syrian-led recovery approach. 🎥 Hear from Najat, MAG’s Regional Director:

MAG teams – under the supervision of the Lebanon Mine Action Centre and with support from the Canadian Embassy – are clearing land in Chouf and Jezzine to help communities live and work free from the fear of unexploded bombs. 🎥 Hear from our colleagues in #Lebanon:

MAG is now working in #Mexico, supporting the safe destruction of obsolete and excess small arms, light weapons and ammunition. Working with the national authority and funded by the U.S. Department of State, we are committed to helping build safer communities across the country. ➡️ buff.ly/AzmPQjE

MAG launches new programme in Mexico | MAG

MAG (Mines Advisory Group) has announced the launch of a new weapons and ammunition (WAM) programme in Mexico to support the safe destruction of obsolete and excess small arms, light weapons and ammun...

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MAG is scaling up in #Syria as landmines & unexploded bombs continue to kill & injure dozens of people every week. From a new base in Hama, we are training deminers, medics & community liaison teams to expand clearance work & reach more communities. ➡️ buff.ly/bIQ29gB

MAG welcomes the news that #Lebanon has officially joined the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention. Read our full statement ⬇️ buff.ly/8Z5FlbJ

Lebanon joins the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention | MAG

MAG welcomes the news that Lebanon has officially joined the Mine Ban Treaty by depositing its formal instrument of accession to the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (APMBC).

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"Yesterday I received photos showing my house among the houses that were destroyed in my village. So when I walk into shelters, I don’t see people in need. I see myself." 🎥 Hear from Rachelle, MAG’s Community Liaison Officer in #Lebanon.

This week, MAG joined global partners at the Meeting of National Mine Action Directors, convened by the UN & co-hosted with @thegichd.bsky.social. 🎥 Hear from MAG CEO Darren Cormack as he reflects on the week & the importance of representing the communities we serve. #NDMUN29 @unmas.bsky.social

After a harsh winter, operations are back in full force across #Ukraine. MAG teams have resumed work in the Mykolaiv & Kharkiv regions, where contamination continues to threaten lives, & 25 new staff have completed their training. Hear from the teams ➡️ buff.ly/Tg99Epi

Demining season restarts in Ukraine | MAG

As the harsh winter in Ukraine has ended, MAG has resumed its operations in the Mykolaiv and Kharkiv regions.

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A statement from MAG CEO Darren Cormack on the ceasefire in Lebanon ⬇️ www.maginternational.org/whats-happen...

Statement from MAG CEO on the ceasefire in Lebanon | MAG

We welcome the announcement of a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon as an important and overdue step.

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Read MAG's statement on the escalation of conflict in Lebanon⬇️

Today, on International Mine Awareness Day, we reaffirm our call to ban landmines and explosive weapons in populated areas. 🎥 Read more from the communities we serve around the world ➡️ buff.ly/3t9ex7o

International Mine Awareness Day 2026 | MAG

When ceasefires are agreed and conflicts fade from the headlines, the risks to civilians do not end.

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Mine action saves lives. International law saves lives. We cannot look away. #MineAwarenessDay #LandmineFree @minesadvisorygroup.bsky.social

Read MAG's statement on the deadly explosion of a military ammunition depot in Burundi. ➡️ buff.ly/hrj1Y4n

Burundi: MAG statement on deadly explosion of ammunition depot | MAG

Following the deadly explosion of a military ammunition depot in Bujumbura, Burundi, MAG (Mines Advisory Group) is currently exploring options to deploy and conduct an assessment as soon as it is feas...

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MAG’s Regional Director for the Middle East, Najat El Hamri, recently briefed UK Parliament on Syria’s landmine crisis. Since the fall of Assad, 1,900 people have been killed or injured. As conflict continues, thousands are now crossing into #Syria seeking safety. Learn more ➡️ buff.ly/LeaCL0M

In #Ecuador, MAG is working with the military & police to support their weapons marking processes, ensuring proper management of state-held stockpiles. This work helps reduce illicit diversion to destabilising criminal groups & strengthens security across the region.

MAG is preparing to respond to the conflict in #Lebanon, where over one million people have been displaced & over 800 people killed. Our teams will deliver life-saving risk education to displaced families & frontline responders to help protect lives. ⬇️ buff.ly/PR47v9a

MAG prepares for emergency response in Lebanon | MAG

MAG is preparing to respond to the escalating crisis in Lebanon, where over one million people have been displaced and more than 800 killed as bombardments continue to devastate populated areas.

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Read MAG CEO Darren Cormack's statement on the UK development reforms announced today ⬇️

The conflict across the Middle East is truly devastating. Much of the harm has been caused by explosive weapons used in populated areas. As in every war, civilians are paying the highest price. Hear from our teams across the Middle East ➡️ buff.ly/tcWKppq

"MAG urgently calls for all parties to de-escalate immediately, uphold international humanitarian law, and stop the use of explosive weapons in populated areas." Read MAG CEO Darren Cormack's statement on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East ⬇️

Middle East Conflict: A Statement from MAG CEO Darren Cormack | MAG

A Statement from MAG Chief Executive Darren Cormack on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

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"This is a region where MAG has worked for decades, and we know firsthand that when explosive weapons are used in populated areas, 90% of those affected are civilians." 🎥 MAG CEO Darren Cormack on the devastating effects of conflict in the Middle East. More ➡️ buff.ly/mFLhJAY

On #InternationalWomensDay, March 8th, we recognise the vital contributions women make to MAG’s work around the world, supporting communities as they recover and rebuild after conflict. Meet some of our colleagues ➡️ buff.ly/wJEFKLz

“We clear land & share life-saving guidance on explosive weapons to help communities stay as safe as possible. In times like these, this work is more important than ever.” 🎥 Mariam, MAG Programme Officer, shares an update on the situation in #Lebanon. ➡️ buff.ly/lvRYPRX

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