State of the World from NPR

Meet the soldiers who do the crucial and dangerous work of removing landmines

Sep 19, 2023
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Meet the soldiers who do the crucial and dangerous work of removing landmines in Ukraine. Explore their training and experiences, the high mortality rate among sappers, and the intense mental toll and risks involved. Learn about the long-term impact of the landmine problem in Ukraine.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
The Crucial and Dangerous Work of Landmine Removal
02:45 • 2min
3
Soldiers Facing Danger: Removing Landmines in Ukraine
04:54 • 3min
4
The Dangerous Work of Removing Landmines in Ukraine
07:49 • 2min