Official Handover of 96,485 Sq. Meters of De-Mined Land to Aleppo Authorities

On September 21, an official handover of de-mined areas occurred in Aleppo, facilitated by Armenia's humanitarian mission to the authorities of the Aleppo province in the Syrian Arab Republic.

The certificates of de-mining presented to the Aleppo authorities confirmed that a dangerous area of 96,485 square meters in the vicinity of Benyamin was cleared of mines and is now safe for further intended use.

Attending the ceremony were Dr. Muhammad Khomeit Asi Al-Sheikh, an executive member of the Aleppo provincial administration, Armenia's Consul General Armen Sargsyan, leaders from the Russian center for reconciliation of conflicting sides based in Aleppo, representatives from the Aleppo provincial authorities, spiritual leaders from the Armenian diocese, humanitarian mission team members, and various officials.

Thus, since the first day of their mission, specialists from the “Humanitarian De-mining and Expertise Center” have de-mined and handed over a total of 280,000 square meters to the Syrian authorities. Additionally, medical teams have provided assistance to over 17,000 local residents.

The Syrian side expressed deep gratitude to the fraternal nation for saving lives and for their unwavering support, noting that this day is historic, reinforcing the enduring friendship between the two peoples.