Two members of the same family, including a four-year-old girl, were killed over the weekend after a landmine exploded in a desert area near Assa-Zag Province, according to local Hespress AR sources.
The explosion occurred along a remote desert track in the Kourartiyat area, the sources said.
One of the victims died at the scene due to the force of the blast, while the child was transported in critical condition before later succumbing to severe injuries.
Authorities launch investigation
Following notification of the incident, local authorities, Royal Gendarmerie units and civil protection teams were dispatched to the scene.
Officials secured the area and opened an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the explosion under the supervision of competent authorities.
The tragedy has sparked grief among residents of the region and renewed concerns about the continued presence of landmines and explosive remnants in certain desert routes used by civilians.
The incident also highlights ongoing safety risks in remote areas where unexploded devices remain a threat to travelers and local communities.
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