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What will be the outcome of the U.S. foreign aid review on mine-clearing by June 2025?
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U.S. Halts Global Mine-Clearing Programs for Three Months Amid Foreign Aid Review by Donald Trump
Jan 25, 2025, 08:23 PM
The U.S. State Department has announced the suspension of global mine-clearing programs for at least three months, according to reports from the New York Times. This decision is part of a broader review of foreign aid initiated by an executive order from Donald Trump. The suspension affects humanitarian demining efforts that have been crucial for agricultural restoration in countries such as Sri Lanka, Vietnam, and Ukraine. The announcement follows a directive from the White House, which has paused all foreign aid for 90 days, with exceptions for Israel and Egypt. The halt in funding comes amid ongoing developments in demining techniques being explored by Russia in areas previously affected by U.S.-provided landmines in Ukraine.
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