Biden administration approves use of American land mines by Ukraine against Russian forces

The Biden administration has approved the use of American-supplied antipersonnel land mines by Ukraine to counter Russian advances in the ongoing war. This decision comes as Russia's tactics shift, with ground troops becoming more active on the battlefield. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated that the land mines provided will be nonpersistent, meaning they will not pose a long-term threat to civilians. Ukraine is already producing its own land mines, while the U.S. continues to supply antitank mines. The announcement follows heightened tensions, including a warning of a potential Russian air attack on Kyiv. North Korean troops have also been reported to assist Russia, further complicating the conflict as it approaches its 1,000th day.