Landmines on Bangladesh-Myanmar border injure villagers and disrupt livelihoods

Villagers along the Bangladesh‑Myanmar border have been injured and have lost limbs to landmines, and international monitors report a marked increase in mine casualties in Myanmar during 2024–25.

People living near the Bangladesh‑Myanmar border are being harmed by landmines placed in border forests, paths and farmland. The incidents have caused villagers to lose limbs and to lose sources of income. International monitoring groups reported a rise in mine use and casualties in 2024–25. Bangladesh authorities say some incidents occurred inside or near areas controlled by Myanmar forces and armed groups. Reported facts: - Villagers and border personnel have been injured by landmines along the Bangladesh‑Myanmar frontier. - The International Campaign to Ban Landmines recorded more than 2,000 casualties in Myanmar in 2024 and reported an increase in mine use in 2024–25. - Bangladesh accuses Myanmar’s military and rival armed groups of planting mines; Border Guard Bangladesh has posted warning signs and conducts mine‑clearing operations. - Bangladesh police report at least 28 people were injured by landmines in 2025, and a border guard was killed in November. Summary: Landmine incidents are causing lasting harm to communities that rely on border forests and farmland for daily needs and livelihoods. International monitors report increased casualties in Myanmar while Bangladesh reports injuries and has taken protective measures at the frontier. Undetermined at this time.