Peter Jones
@peterjonesuk.bsky.social
Vice Chair, MAG International. Head of Global Strategies, LSE IDEAS. Distinguished Fellow, Royal United Services Institute. Chair, British Italian Society.
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.
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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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 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
"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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Spread the word. I've had the privilege of working for @cergrant.bsky.social, @centreeuropeanref.bsky.social's founding director, for 13 years. After 28 years in charge, he will step down at the end of the year. It will take someone with outstanding qualities to replace him. Details on our website.
@centreeuropeanref.bsky.social is looking for a new director. Please see the #job description and details on how to apply below buff.ly/6LT2jsf Deadline for applications 22/05/26
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
Read MAG CEO Darren Cormack's statement on the UK development reforms announced today ⬇️
"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
“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
Mariam, Programme Officer, Lebanon
YouTube video by MAG (Mines Advisory Group)
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A statement from MAG on the escalating conflict in the Middle East ➡️
A statement from MAG on the escalating conflict in the Middle East | MAG
We are deeply concerned by the conflict that is escalating across the Middle East, where the situation remains critically unstable.
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Youth violence in #Ecuador is rising fast – with a 640% increase in youth homicides in 2024 & an estimated 60% of gang members under 18. MAG & the Ecuador National Police have launched a new campaign empowering teens to choose positive outlets over crime. Learn more ➡️ buff.ly/gfpdY1w
Ecuador: MAG launches new digital campaign to keep children safe from gun violence | MAG
MAG, in collaboration with the Ecuador National Police and local partners, recently launched a new digital campaign designed to reach and empower young people across Ecuador amidst rising rates of…
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Four years of tragedy & unnecessary suffering as a result of Putin’s unjustifiable war. At @minesadvisorygroup.bsky.social we are doing what we can to mitigate at least some of the consequences
As the 4th anniversary of the full-scale invasion in #Ukraine approaches, communities have endured -20°C, blackouts & constant danger this winter. Since 2022, MAG has been clearing landmines & explosive remnants to save lives. Hear from our teams ⬇️
“Every message we deliver has the potential to prevent an injury or save a life.” MAG’s Director of Engagement Jon Brown spoke to the Middle East Eye about our risk education work in #Syria, helping families stay safe from unexploded ordnance. ➡️ buff.ly/fzuUvRR
The deadly landmine legacy of Syria’s war
Around 300,000 still-active explosive devices remain scattered across the country
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MAG remains fully committed to continue playing its part in helping Syrians live free from the fear of landmines and other unexploded items. Learn more about Syria's landmine emergency ⬇️
One year on from the fall of Assad: a humanitarian emergency in Syria | MAG
Syria is on course to record the highest number of landmine casualties of any country in 2025. Exactly one year on from the fall of President Bashar al-Assad, the people of Syria have been held hostag...
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MAG is proud to launch the Patrick Leahy Mine Action Fund today, honouring former US Senator Patrick Leahy’s lifelong dedication to humanitarian mine action. This Fund will help MAG teams clear landmines & unexploded bombs & enable communities to rebuild in peace. Learn more ➡️ buff.ly/cdo9w9r
Unexploded bombs put families at daily risk in #Gaza. MAG, through our partner Save Youth Future Society, has reached almost half a million people with life-saving guidance on how to avoid explosive threats, helping people stay safe in damaged areas. Read more ➡️ buff.ly/F71G3V1
MAG reaches almost half a million people with life-saving guidance in Gaza | MAG
MAG, through our partner Save Youth Future Society, has reached almost half a million people across Gaza with life-saving guidance.
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Today marks 29 years since Diana, Princess of Wales walked through a minefield in Angola – a powerful reminder that the legacy of war lingers long after the fighting ends. Today and every day, we remain committed to Diana’s vision of a mine-free world. Read more ⬇️
Reflecting on Princess Diana's life-saving legacy | MAG
Today, MAG is reflecting on the proud legacy of Diana, Princess of Wales, as the world marks the anniversary of her iconic minefield walk in Angola.
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Good! So go on, everyone, do the right thing & let others know
Yesterday I deleted my X/Twitter account with over 42K followers. Sometimes you’ve just got to do the right thing. 23 followers on BlueSky will hear more from me!
Happy New Year from all of us at MAG!
Half of landmine & unexploded bomb casualties are children. This is not right – no child should pay the price for war. This Christmas, give a life-saving gift. Just £22 can help fund risk education lessons that teaches children how to stay safe. ➡️ buff.ly/74Wf1q3
Landmine detection dogs play a vital role in our work. Trained to sit & signal explosives without triggering them, their skill & light weight keeps them safe while clearing land. Just £17 can help feed a dog so they can continue their life-saving work. buff.ly/74Wf1q3
Virtual Gifts | MAG
These unique gifts could save lives across the world.
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