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The impact of cluster munitions on civilian deaths

Sep 27, 2023
Cluster munitions banned in many countries, but still used in Russia, Ukraine, Myanmar, and Syria. Report shows increase in deaths and injuries in 2022. Mary Wareham discusses victims and countries involved. High percentage of civilian casualties and long-term effects of cluster munitions. Convention on cluster munitions and transfer of weapons to Ukraine by the U.S. addressed.
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