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27-11-2007  Photo Collection  
Afghanistan – Measured success after decade of Mine-Ban Convention
Ten years ago this December, the Mine-Ban Convention, or Ottawa Convention, was adopted by most of the world’s States. This photo essay explores some of the accomplishments and remaining challenges in one of the most heavily mined countries in the world.

© ICRC / M. Kokic / af-e-00790

An ICRC vehicle takes medical supplies to Kandahar hospital, where eight of the organization's medical staff work in support of that vital facility. The ICRC currently works where security permits. It is committed to remaining in Afghanistan and helping war-affected people, and hopes to expand it operations throughout the country.




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