Biden approves anti-personnel landmines for Ukraine to aid defense efforts

The Biden administration has approved the supply of anti-personnel landmines to Ukraine, following the recent lifting of restrictions on US-made long-range missiles. This move aims to help Ukraine slow Russian advances in eastern regions. The US expects Ukraine to use these mines within its own territory, avoiding civilian areas. Unlike Russian mines, the US versions are "non-persistent" and become inert after a set time, requiring a battery to detonate. This development coincides with reports of North Korean troops participating in battles in Ukraine and additional arms shipments from North Korea. Ukraine recently used US Atacms missiles to strike Russian territory, raising concerns about potential escalations in the conflict.