The Managing Director of the Masam Landmine Clearance Project – Yemen, Ousama Algosaibi, has conducted a field visit to Midi District in Yemen’s Hajjah Governorate, where he met with the leaders of the demining teams working on mine and explosive clearance operations.
The visit forms part of Project Masam’s ongoing efforts to protect civilians and support the safe return of displaced families to areas once contaminated by landmines and explosive remnants of war.
In a statement to Project Masam’s Media Office, Algosaibi said the visit aimed to review the progress of humanitarian clearance operations carried out by the field teams with high levels of professionalism and dedication. He confirmed that the teams have removed more than 2,450 landmines, unexploded ordnance, and explosive devices in the district within a short period. The teams began operations in Hajjah Governorate on 7 September 2025.
Midi District, located on Yemen’s northwestern coast, remains one of the most heavily mined areas in Hajjah Governorate due to its former role as a front line during the conflict. Contamination has posed serious risks to civilians and obstructed access to farmland and infrastructure.
Algosaibi emphasised that the project’s management remains committed to maintaining close communication with field teams and providing the necessary technical and logistical support. He also highlighted the coordination between Saudi and international experts, whose experience continues to strengthen Project Masam’s clearance capacity and contribute to restoring safety and stability for local communities.
