US closes embassy in Kyiv as Biden approves landmines for Ukraine

The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv has closed due to warnings of a significant Russian air attack expected on Wednesday. Embassy staff have been instructed to shelter in place, and U.S. citizens are advised to be prepared for air alerts. President Biden has approved the use of U.S.-supplied land mines for Ukraine, marking a shift from previous restrictions. These "nonpersistent" land mines are designed to become inert after a set time, aiming to reduce risks to civilians. This decision follows the recent provision of long-range missiles to Ukraine, reflecting a change in U.S. military support amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.