Appointment of Russian diplomat to lead United Nations' mine-action work

Summary

That this House expresses serious concern at the appointment of a Russian diplomat to lead the UN's mine-action work, given Russia’s ongoing aggression against Ukraine and the devastating legacy of landmines and unexploded ordnance; notes that Ukraine is among the most mine-contaminated countries in the world following years of Russian military operations; further notes that mine-action programmes are essential to protecting civilians from the dangers of landmines and unexploded ordnance in conflict affected areas; and calls on the Government to urge the UN to ensure the impartiality and independence of its humanitarian operations.

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1. 2 November 2026

   Early Day Motion

   That this House expresses serious concern at the appointment of a Russian diplomat to lead the UN's mine-action work, given Russia’s ongoing aggression against Ukraine and the devastating legacy of landmines and unexploded ordnance; notes that Ukraine is among the most mine-contaminated countries in the world following years of Russian military operations; further notes that mine-action programmes are essential to protecting civilians from the dangers of landmines and unexploded ordnance in conflict affected areas; and calls on the Government to urge the UN to ensure the impartiality and independence of its humanitarian operations.

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• Helen Maguire · Liberal Democrat · Primary sponsor

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