International Campaign to Ban Landmines
The International Campaign to Ban Landmines (ICBL), 1997 Nobel Peace Prize Co-Laureate, works with the Mine Ban Treaty for a world without landmines.
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- Lebanon is joining the Mine Ban Treaty! Officials signed the accession decree & the country will become an official Member State 6 months after it deposits with the UN. This is the result of decades of hard work by Lebanese civil society and ICBL partners. Congratulations!
- What does it take to convince a nation that landmines are a weapon that harms its own future? ICBL camapigner Vidya Abhayagunawardena is the right person to answer this question. Read his interview here bit.ly/3NHVyY7
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- This comes at a time when the @minemonitor.bsky.social records a sharp rise in casualties: 6,279 people were killed or injured by landmines and explosive remnants of war in 2024, the highest annual total since 2020. Read the full ICBL’s statement in here. bit.ly/4aSJgWA
- This pre-holiday deep dive examines the most severe crisis in the history of the Mine Ban Treaty, why it threatens the entire framework of international humanitarian law, and how diplomats fought back at last month Meeting of States Parties in Geneva. Read the full article here bit.ly/3Yv3iiu
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- "No suspensions. States Parties have an obligation to uphold the Mine Ban Treaty and the norm it represents, under all circumstances.” The ICBL-CMC at #UNGA last week speaking out against attempts to dilute the norm. Check the full video here: bit.ly/3L8kuH3 #MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
- We welcomes 🇨🇭 #Switzerland’s decision to formally object to a recent announcement by #Ukraine that it would suspend operation of the Mine Ban Treaty. #MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
- What would be the consequences if Ukraine suspended the Mine Ban Treaty? 👇 ICBL urges States Parties to submit their formal objections to Ukraine’s suspension, and calls on #Ukraine to immediately retract its decision to suspend its treaty obligations. #MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
- 🧵1/2 #Latvia declared at 80th UNGA that “The effectiveness of all non-proliferation and disarmament instruments depends on our collective adherence, transparency, and rigorous implementation of them. It is a non negotiable to ensure this architecture continues to serve its fundamental purpose”
- Lloyd Axworthy joined us as the guest of the 6 ep. of #SilentKillers. In the episode he reflects on his political journey, the lasting impact of the Ottawa Treaty, and the urgent challenges still posed by antipersonnel mines. Listen now: bit.ly/47aVGWh #MineFreeWorld
- The Mine Ban Treaty does NOT permit suspensions. Obligations apply at all times, in all circumstances. Just because the Mine Ban Treaty doesn’t explicitly talk about suspensions doesn’t mean suspensions are allowed. #MineFreeWorld
- #SilentKillers ep.5 is out 👇 Erin Hunt, Executive Director of Mines Action Canada, discusses her journey into activism, the power of public engagement, and the vital role of youth in disarmament. 🎧 Tune in to hear how global change starts with education, advocacy, and action: bit.ly/42ufr9T
- At the First Committee, we urge delegations to: ➡️ Condemn all use of #landmines and #ClusterMunitions, under any circumstances; ➡️ Denounce withdrawals from the treaties; ➡️ Urging all states to join and stop withdrawal plans; ➡️ Vote in favour of the resolutions promoting these life-saving treaties.
- 🎙️ New Episode Alert! In this latest episode of #SilentKillers, we sit with the photographer and photojournalist Giovanni Diffidenti, whose powerful reportage has illuminated critical humanitarian issues in over twenty countries. 👉 Listen now: bit.ly/3IATCyI #MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
- Making sure #Landmines and #ClusterMunitions stay on the agenda during #UNGA 👇 In a meeting with UN High Representative Izumi Nakamitsu, Tamar Gabelnick, urged stronger leadership on state withdrawals, and reinforced the call that suspension from the treaties is not permitted.
- Why are some #EU member states backsliding on the use, production, and transfer of antipersonnel landmines? In the United Nations's Expert Talk series, ICBL Director Tamar Gabelnick breaks down the grave consequences of such developments. It's a crucial read for everyone 👇 #MineFreeWorld
- Just dropped Ep. 3 of #SilentKillers 👇 In this Ep. ICBL campaigner Dr. Alex Mouniam Babazi focuses on #Uganda. A dr., disability rights advocate, and landmine survivor, Alex shares his personal journey from stepping on a landmine to becoming a vocal ICBL activist. 🎧Listen to it now!
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- Landmines belong in museums, not on battlefields. In the new episode of #SilentKillers, @almatas.bsky.social and Kasia Derlicka-Rosenbauer discuss the impact of the #MineBanTreaty and why the return of landmines to Europe is a danger to everyone. Listen now 👉https://bit.ly/41HAKo0
- “Every problem in the world can be tackled if we talk to each other, make plans of action, and respect the dignity of each person.” – Jody Williams, Ep.1 of #SilentKiller 👀 Ready to meet our next host? Episode 2 drops Monday 8th at 9am CEST!
- This meme reflects the public’s reaction to the renewed use of antipersonnel mines in #Europe. 👉 No country should be using antipersonnel mines under any circumstances. #MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
- As several European countries are now considering bringing back antipersonnel mines into their military arsenals. This raises an old but urgent dilemma: #military strategy vs. #humanitarian consequences. What do you think? #Vote in the comments 👇
- "Laughter helps when you’re staring at ugly truths" That’s how Jody Williams, Nobel laureate + founder of ICBL, kicks off #SilentKillers, our new podcast. Listen to Jody reflecting on the fight to ban landmines and why today’s activists can’t give up. 👉 www.icblcmc.org/our-impact/s...
- ICBL Press Release in light of #Poland's notification to the UN to withdraw from the Mine Ban Treaty 👇 #MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
- ICBL is proud to announce the launch of our new podcast, Silent Killers! 🎙️ This series in collaboration with Face2Face will bring together experts, activists, and leaders to discuss around the Mine Ban Treaty. 👉 The very first episode will be live on Monday 1 September 2025 at 9AM CEST!
- On World Humanitarian Day, we honours deminers risking their lives to make communities safe from landmines and cluster munitions. Mine action programs are underfunded, which means fewer teams in the field, slower clearance, and communities forced to live longer with fear. #ActForHumanity
- This is a project by the Secretary-General’s 2025 Campaign on Mine Action. It serves as a call to action, urging the upholding of humanitarian norms and the protection of civilians from the deadly threat posed by landmines. Do you see the importance? #Estonia #Finland #Latvia #Lithuania #Poland #EU
- For children & youth in many places, each step asks: is it safe? The Mine Ban Treaty saves lives, letting them step toward dreams. Let’s move #ForwardNotFragmented to a safer future. Check out this powerful video from UN Mine Action 👇 @unmas.bsky.social
- In the first part of 2025, Donakati successfully organised mine risk awareness meetings in various locations in #Mozambique, including teachers, workers and members of rural communities. Well done Donakati! #MineFreeWorld #InvestingInAction
- #Estonia, #Latvia, #Lithuania, #Poland, #Finland, and #Ukraine have chosen a future where their children must learn how to avoid landmines. This is the grim reality these countries are choosing for future generations. Landmines don’t defend borders — they destroy lives. #MineFreeEurope
- In the previous months we’ve heard every excuse to withdraw from these humanitarian disarmament treaties. But there is no justification. Not for landmines. Not for cluster munitions. #MineFreeWorld #BanClusterBombs
- The International Campaign to Ban Landmines expresses deep concern over recent reports of landmine casualties along the #Thailand and #Cambodia border. Antipersonnel mines are indiscriminate and inhumane. Their use must end—permanently. 👉 Read the full statement here: bit.ly/4fdT6T8
- Across countries like #Angola, #Myanmar, #Syria, #Cambodia, #Bosnia, and now #Ukraine, landmines and cluster bombs are still claiming lives. These are not distant, past-tense horrors. They are happening right now. Let’s keep working toward a future where no one steps on yesterday’s conflict.
- What Happens After a War Ends? #MineFreeWorld #ProtectMineBan
- Voices from around the world are calling on #Canada to lead again. Together with @avaaz.org, the ICBL delivered hundreds of messages urging Prime Minister Carney @mark-carney.bsky.social to defend the Mine Ban Treaty and reject the return of landmines. #MineFreeWorld #MineFreeEurope
- 📢 New: ICBL Press Release on #Finland’s withdrawal from the Mine Ban Treaty is now available. Read our full response here ➡️ bit.ly/3UdilLu
- #Finland notified the #UN of its withdrawal from the Mine Ban Treaty claiming it is to “ensure security of Finnish people” even though AP mines mostly kill & maim civilians. Confusing? Absolutely. Shame on Finland for going this far. 🔗 bit.ly/4louV6x
- More than 80,000 people in Europe have signed the WeMove Europe and ICBL petition to say no to anti-personnel mines. 👉 You haven’t signed yet? Do it now: bit.ly/45Dq9x0 #MineFreeWorld #IProtectMineBan
- As part of our Real-Life Stories series, today's feature is ICBL longstanding campaigner and ambassador Margaret Arach Orech, who is also a landmine survivor. Margaret's story is a powerful reminder of why the ban on landmines must never be abandoned. #MineFreeWorld #ProtectMineBan
- #Belgium and #Norway’s messages at last month’s #MineBanIM remain more relevant than ever following #Ukraine’s recent announcement to withdraw from the Mine Ban Treaty. The Mine Ban Treaty is a promise to protect civilians, preserve peace, and uphold international law. Stay in the Treaty.
- Metsasaak, Meža vākšana & Grybavimas are all terms that referred to the spontaneous harvesting in #Estonia, #Latvia, #Lithuania. Every summer, thousands of families go into the woods to collect what nature has to offer. But in a country contaminated by landmines, every wood can become a trap.
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- UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has raised serious concerns about moves by several countries to withdraw from the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention. 🔗 Read the full UN statement: www.ohchr.org/en/press-rel...
- Don’t Be Misled: #Ukraine Can’t Legally Withdraw from the Mine Ban Treaty! Several media outlets are reporting Zelensky’s intent to withdraw from the Mine Ban Treaty. But there’s a crucial point they’re missing: such a withdrawal would be illegal. Respect International law. #ProtectMineBan
- @marywareham.bsky.social: “Because #Ukraine is in the midst of a war, its proposed withdrawal is effectively a symbolic move to gain political cover while disregarding the core prohibitions on developing, producing, and using antipersonnel mines”. 👇Read the full article
- Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have officially announced their intention to withdraw from the Ottawa Treaty, marking an unprecedented step backward in humanitarian disarmament. 🔗 Read the full press release: bit.ly/3Tmhqbj #MineFreeWorld #ProtectMineBan
- Yesterday President Zelenskyy signed a decree to withdraw from the Mine Ban Treaty as Poland, Finland, Lithuania, Latvia & Estonia. But there’s a critical difference: #Ukraine is involved in an ACTIVE armed conflict. Under Article 20 of the treaty, withdrawal during armed conflict is prohibited.
