Handicap International [to 11 July 2015]

Handicap International [to 11 July 2015]
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Explosive remnants of war still threaten Gaza civilians
Posted on July 08, 2015 8:00 AM
One year after the outbreak of fighting between Israel and Palestinians on July 8, 2014, explosive remnants of war such as artillery shells and mortars, grenades, bombs, and rockets still endanger the lives of civilians in Gaza.

According to the United Nations Mine Action Service, at least 4,500 explosive devices[1] remain buried under the rubble of homes and infrastructure destroyed during the 50-day conflict. Handicap International immediately supplied aid to the most vulnerable individuals and, since March, has organized risk education sessions about explosive remnants of war to prevent more people falling victims to these weapons…