Biden Approves Land Mine Aid to Ukraine

President Joe Biden has approved the provision of anti-personnel land mines to Ukraine. Ukraine has stated it will not use these mines in densely populated areas. This development was first reported by the Washington Post and confirmed by a U.S. official to Reuters.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 20-11-2024 07:46 IST | Created: 20-11-2024 07:46 IST
Biden Approves Land Mine Aid to Ukraine
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In a significant development, President Joe Biden has sanctioned the supply of anti-personnel land mines to Ukraine, as reported by a U.S. official to Reuters. This decision marks a notable escalation in military support from the United States amid the ongoing conflict in the region.

The Washington Post was the first to break the news, citing an unnamed official who noted that Ukraine has pledged not to deploy these mines in densely populated zones. This assurance is seen as an attempt to address potential humanitarian concerns arising from the use of such weaponry.

The approval of land mine supply underscores a deepening of U.S. involvement and support for Ukraine, as tensions continue to pose challenges to regional stability and security dynamics.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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