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The day the bombs rained down in Laos
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.

Why did Biden take so long to reverse Trump's landmine rule?
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.

I'm part of the shameful landmine legacy in Laos. When is Biden going to fix it?
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.

Senator Leahy worked consistently to take the bite out of war
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.

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Global Crises

Why Biden must reverse Trump policy on landmines now

These destructive weapons continue to kill decades after formal cessations of hostilities.

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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?