Germany

In 2025, Germany cleared 0.85km² of cluster munition-contaminated area, meeting its target for the year. The 2025 clearance output was lower than 2024 in terms of area cleared, but the number of submunitions found and destroyed increased markedly, reflecting a shift to more heavily contaminated areas. Some significant environmental and operational constraints may impede future progress.

• Germany should expand use of machinery in clearance operations to enhance efficiency.

• Germany should address the low representation of women in operational clearance roles.

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