Masam Project clears over 1,100 explosive devices across Yemen in August
Saudi-backed demining initiative has removed more than 509,000 devices since 2018, improving civilian safety and humanitarian access
SANAA, Yemen (MNTV) — Saudi Arabia’s Project for Landmine Clearance, known as Masam, removed 1,140 explosive devices across Yemen in August, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
The devices included 1,090 pieces of unexploded ordnance, 49 anti-tank mines, and one anti-personnel mine. Since its launch in July 2018 by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), Masam has cleared 509,612 explosive devices from the conflict-affected country.
The mines, scattered indiscriminately across Yemeni territory, have posed a severe threat to civilians.
Masam teams—composed of trained local deminers—work to clear villages, roads, and schools, enabling safe civilian movement and the delivery of humanitarian assistance.
The project’s operations have helped reduce casualties, allowed displaced residents to return home, and enabled farmers to resume cultivation.
Masam has earned recognition from the UN and international organizations for its contribution to restoring safety in mine-affected areas.
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