Asia-Pacific
The day the bombs rained down in Laos
50 years ago today, during the Lao new year, the US blew up my father's village, leaving a legacy of unexploded munitions.
April 16, 2023
landmines
Global Crises
Why did Biden take so long to reverse Trump's landmine rule?
These weapons have little to no military value and their use only risks killing or harming civilians, even decades after a war has ended.
June 24, 2022
Global Crises
I'm part of the shameful landmine legacy in Laos. When is Biden going to fix it?
The president promised to reverse his predecessor's embrace of these indiscriminate weapons of war but has so far yet to act.
February 07, 2022
North America
Senator Leahy worked consistently to take the bite out of war
While many of his efforts fell short in practice, the Vermont senator will be leaving behind a 'conscience gap' on Capitol Hill.
November 18, 2021
Global Crises
Why Biden must reverse Trump policy on landmines now
These destructive weapons continue to kill decades after formal cessations of hostilities.
April 08, 2021
North America
Why is Biden's DoD standing behind Trump's retrograde landmine policy?
In 2020, Trump reversed a total ban by Obama. According to a statement today, nothing has changed. Why?
April 06, 2021
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