News Center- The landmines and explosive remnants continue to pose a risk to the people, especially children, in North and East Syria.

Two sisters identified as Israa and Ayat Ahmed Antar were killed on Wednesday in a landmine explosion in the Hawijat Sakr area of Deir ez-Zor, a city in northeastern Syria.

According to the local reports, the girls were playing near their home while the landmine exploded.

For years, many children have become the victims of landmines and explosive remnants in the region.