Birhane witnessed children playing with what appeared to be scrap metal that was actually an explosive. In attempting to save them, he tragically lost a leg and fingers.
Despite the hope for stability in Tigray two years post-conflict, violence's scars prevail in rural areas, with ongoing civilian casualties from unexploded ordnance.
The economic renewal in Tigray cities contrasts with rural devastation, where remnants of war are still lethal, significantly impacting children's lives and safety.
ICRC noted treatment for 243 victims of unexploded ordnance last year, highlighting the critical ongoing dangers in war-affected communities despite peace efforts.
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