How to recognize a parasitic infection

Water sources in Egypt: the Nile, groundwater, desalination, and wastewater treatment. The struggle for resources in the most arid region in the world.

World Hepatitis Day

Herpes and other unpleasantnesses in the summer. How to fight them?

Nasal lavage with a solution of baking soda and sea salt

Allergy and effective struggle against it

Tremor and stress

Increased anxiety and how to cope with it

Antarctica as a symbol of international cooperation

Punishment for dogs barking

In this article, the phenomenon of anti-personnel mines as a form of weaponry that poses a particular humanitarian threat is examined. Based on an analysis of international conventions, statistical data, and historical evidence, a comprehensive picture of the impact of this weapon on the civilian population is reconstructed, along with the international community's efforts to ban it and current trends related to the withdrawal of several states from the Ottawa Convention. Particular attention is given to defining anti-personnel mines, their classification, history of use, and the current status of the issue.