According to the announcement, the total value of the equipment exceeds $5.8 million. “Humanitarian demining is the foundation for the country’s recovery,” the announcement quoted Deputy Economy Minister Oleksii Sobolev. “Reconstruction can only be discussed once people can safely walk their land, cleared of mines and other explosive devices.” Sobolev also noted that part of the equipment was purchased from Ukrainian manufacturers by Kyiv’s international partners. Additionally, the United States provided individual protective gear for Ukrainian EOD operatives. Overall, Washington has provided …