Also in this week’s newsletter: Accountability for Hong Kong’s deadly apartment fire, threats to the ICC, and wins for disability rights.

The new Landmine Monitor 2025 report documents increased use of antipersonnel mines by several countries and armed groups around the world, including in the Russia-Ukraine war. The report documents at least 6,279 new casualties from landmines and explosive remnants of war in 52 countries and areas in 2024, including 1,945 deaths. Civilians made up 90 percent of all recorded casualties.

“Governments should be loud and clear in condemning states’ withdrawal from the Mine Ban Treaty and rejecting attempts to suspend core treaty obligations during armed conflict,” said Mark Hiznay, associate Crisis, Conflict, and Arms director at Human Rights Watch. “A strong response is vital not only for saving lives but also preserving respect for international humanitarian law and human rights law.” 

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On the Upside

Your good news wrap for the week:

• An opportunity to address mining abuses around the world
• Honoring a Malawian disability rights advocate
• And a new era for people with disabilities and older persons in Mexico City

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