Norwegian People’s Aid

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Politically independent membership-based organisation working in Norway and more than 30 countries around the world. 📣 Development and Humanitarian Cooperation 💥 Mine Action and Disarmament 🚑 Rescue Services ✊🏽 Integration and Anti-Racism

Congratulations to Lebanon for joining the Mine Ban Treaty amid ongoing conflict and invasion. This is an important step to strengthen the norm against anti-personnel mines and protect civilians from long-lasting harm. npaid.org/mine-action-...

Lebanon joins the Mine Ban Treaty amid war and invasion

While several European states are withdrawing from the Mine Ban Treaty citing security concerns linked to Russia, Lebanon has chosen the opposite path.…

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In its #CCM13MSP General exchange of views, NPA's Dagmar Matúšů emphasized that in times of growing conflict, states must stand firm and oppose any attempts to weaken the hum. disarmament norms they collectively established. Civilians’ safety must remain the highest priority.

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While some step away, Tonga steps forward!🤝 📢 We celebrate that Tonga has deposited its accession instrument to the UN and will become a State Party to the @MineBanTreaty as of 1 December 2025. A strong commitment to disarmament and IHL—right when it's needed the most.⚖️📜

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There is no such thing as responsible use of AP mines. These weapons have no place in modern warfare. They don't defend borders, all they do is kill and maim civilians for years to come. NPA's Dagmar Matúšů with a strong statement on Universalization during #MineBanIM in Geneva.

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We all know too well how harmful these weapons are, it is our job to defend the treaty. In ten years we don’t want to be thinking back, regretting that we didn’t challenge states withdrawing from the #APMBC more. It’s a question of human dignity, says HI’s Alma Tazlidzan at #MineBanIM

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It’s a myth that AP mines protect borders. Armies no longer march across borders, using them for this purpose makes no sense. They are set to kill, responsible use is impossible, civilians don’t have maps, and mines migrate, says NPA’ Jonathon Guthrie at the #MineBanIM NPA/ICBL side event.

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📢 On #WorldEnvironmentDay, NPA showcases local solutions to combat plastic pollution—from biodegradable sandbags in Vietnam to youth-led initiatives in Iraq and Lao PDR🌍💚https://www.npaid.org/mine-action-and-disarmament/news/world-environment-day-tackling-plastic-pollution-with-local-solutions

World Environment Day: Tackling plastic pollution with local solutions

On World Environment Day, Norwegian People's Aid (NPA) highlight how our staff and local partners are taking action to reduce plastic waste — from…

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NPA condemns Lithuania's decision to withdraw from the Mine Ban Treaty. It is an irresponsible move that puts the protection of civilians at great risk and undermines the importance of International Humanitarian Law in a time of global instability. www.npaid.org/mine-action-...

Norwegian People’s Aid condemns Lithuania’s parliament vote to leave…

On 8 May 2025, Lithuania’s parliament unanimously voted to withdraw from the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (APMBC).

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In Sudan, 26 million people suffer from acute hunger two years after the world’s worst humanitarian crisis broke out. Local volunteers who save lives where international aid can’t reach are losing vital support. Norway must mobilize for international funding: bit.ly/4ilN96y

Two years of war in Sudan: Norway must mobilize support for the…

Tuesday, April 15th marks two years since war broke out in Sudan. Today, 26 million people are at risk of starvation in what is described as the world’s…

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NEW: Over 600 people, including children, have been killed or injured by landmines and explosive remnants of war across Syria since December 2024. Without urgent, nationwide clearance efforts, more civilians returning home will be injured and killed.

Syria: Landmines, Explosive Remnants Harming Civilians

Over a decade of conflict has resulted in Syria being extensively contaminated by landmines and explosive remnants of war, a major barrier to safe return and reconstruction efforts.

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