Myanmar Landmine and Explosive Ordnance Incidents Information

Factsheet (January-September 2025)

UNICEF Myanmar
UNICEF Myanmar/2026/Minzayar Oo

Highlights

According to monitoring of landmine and other Explosive Ordnance (EO) incidents during the nine months of 2025, a total of 304 incidents were recorded nationwide, resulting in 450 civilian casualties. This figure already represents 42% of the total casualties recorded in 2024 (1,082), highlighting the persistent risk posed by EO contamination in conflict-affected areas.

Shan State recorded the highest number of incidents and casualties, accounting for 125 incidents (41%) and 169 casualties (38%) of the national total. This was followed by Rakhine State, which reported 61 incidents (20%) and 95 casualties (21%). Magway Region ranked third, with 27 incidents (9%) and 43 casualties (10%). The remaining States and Regions collectively accounted for approximately 30% of incidents and 31% of total casualties nationwide.

A total of 107 child casualties were reported during the reporting period, representing 24% of all casualties across the country. All figures represent civilian casualties only, based on information available from humanitarian and monitoring partners.

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