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New technology could dramatically speed up landmine clearance
New detection technology under development could significantly improve the efficiency of humanitarian mine clearance. By detecting the explosive content inside landmines – rather than simply metal in the ground – the innovation aims to reduce false signals and help return land to communities faster.
2026 launch of Nuclear Weapons Ban Monitor: World Divided over Nuclear Weapons as Arsenals Grow and Ban Treaty Gains Ground
The findings of the 2026 edition of the Nuclear Weapons Ban Monitor, published by Norwegian People’s Aid in cooperation with the Federation of American Scientists, shows that the world is moving in opposing directions on nuclear weapons.
NPA's reaction to the war in the Middle East: Civilians must be protected
Last weekend the world woke up to the news that the United States and Israel had attacked Iran. Since then, the situation has escalated dramatically. Several countries are now involved in the war, and fears of a wider regional conflict are growing.
