"It is planned to clean the liberated areas and settlements in 3-5 years, and to complete this work in 10 years." The statement came from ANAMA Chief of Staff Idris Ismayilov, APA reports.
He said that as a result of search operations since September 27, 750 unexploded ordnance, 4,500 anti-personnel mines and about 2,000 anti-tank mines were seized. "Currently, the search continues in the areas contaminated with unexploded ordnance. The cleaning of common areas and settlements is expected to be completed in 3-5 years, and in full within 10 years. 10 years does not mean the return of people to the area, but the complete liberation from all mine problems, the clearing of all this in remote mountainous areas, arable lands for 10 years. The return of people is expected as soon as possible.