In October, Ukrainian Forces and Transport Special Service Cleared 1,804 Hectares of Mines from Liberated Areas

Mine Clearance Efforts in Ukraine

According to Мін. Оборони: During October, demining units from the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the State Special Transport Service successfully removed mines and explosive devices from 1,804 hectares of recently liberated land. These operations were carried out under the coordination of the Ministry of Defense.

Impact of Demining Operations

The cleared areas included:

• 459.55 hectares of farmland;
• 6.87 kilometers of roads;
• 40.1 kilometers of railway tracks.

Throughout October, 336 hazardous explosives were detected and safely destroyed. Since the full-scale invasion began, a total of 483,702 explosive devices have been located and neutralized.

Clearing mines and unexploded ordnance is vital for restoring infrastructure and ensuring civilian safety in Ukraine. This work not only enables the resumption of agricultural activities but also improves transportation routes. Continued demining efforts remain essential for creating safe environments necessary for Ukraine’s recovery following the conflict.