Masam Project for Landmine Clearance in Yemen, funded by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, has announced the removal of over 500,000 landmines planted by the Houthi militia across various regions of the country.

Since its launch in mid-2018, the project has cleared more than 67 million square meters of Yemeni territory, including residential areas, farms, schools, and roads. The extracted explosives include anti-personnel and anti-tank mines, unexploded ordnance, and improvised explosive devices, many of which were locally manufactured by the Houthis and planted indiscriminately, often without maps.

Masam’s General Director, Eng. Osama Al-Qusaibi, emphasized that this achievement reflects both the scale of the humanitarian crisis and the dedication of the demining teams, many of whom have risked or lost their lives in the process.

The project has significantly reduced casualties in affected areas and enabled thousands of displaced families and farmers to return to their homes and lands. In recognition of its impact, Saudi Arabia has extended Masam’s mandate for another year with a $52.9 million budget.

Masam continues its mission with 32 trained teams and over 500 personnel, combining international expertise with local knowledge to restore safety and dignity to war-torn communities.