Croatia Declared Landmine-free After More Than 2 Decades of Demining Efforts
In a remarkable and heartwarming achievement, Croatia has proudly announced its freedom from the threat of landmines, more than three decades after the tumultuous civil war that shaped its history. During the disintegration of Yugoslavia, it is estimated that 1.5 million landmines were deployed by various factions, covering an expansive area of 453 square miles—an area that is double the size of Utah’s Zion National Park. Initially, around 5,000 square miles were thought to be contaminated with these dangerous remnants of war, but due to safety concerns, obtaining accurate assessments was challenging. Today, after investing over one billion euros, Croatia












