Biden approves transfer of anti-personnel mines to Ukraine
President Biden has approved the transfer of anti-personnel landmines to Ukraine, a significant increase in military support. These mines are designed to become inactive after a set time and are intended to help Ukraine defend against Russian advances. This decision allows Ukraine to use the mines on its own territory, with the U.S. emphasizing they will not be deployed in civilian areas. The U.S. has previously supplied anti-tank mines, but this marks the first provision of anti-personnel mines. The approval comes as Ukraine recently used U.S. ATACMS missiles to strike Russian territory, marking a new phase in the conflict. Russia has responded by lowering its nuclear strike threshold, indicating heightened tensions.