Fabien Bourdier

"In the coming weeks, following the joint hard work of the forensic team, more families will be able to close a very dark chapter in their lives," Fabien Bourdier of the International Committee of the Red Cross said in early December.

There are no road signs pointing to the mine, which is surrounded by forests and fields. Nor are there many houses on the way. But Kizevak is currently a hive of activity.