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Biden Approves Antipersonnel Mines for Ukraine, Vucic Warns of Nuclear Conflict

Nov 20, 2024, 12:47 AM

President Joe Biden has authorized the provision of antipersonnel land mines to Ukraine, reversing his previous policy against their use and transfer outside the Korean Peninsula. This decision aims to bolster Ukraine's defenses against advancing Russian troops but has drawn criticism from arms control groups. The move has also raised concerns about escalating the conflict into a broader confrontation, with some suggesting it could lead to World War III. Amid these tensions, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin would not hesitate to use nuclear weapons if he perceives a threat to Moscow's security, indicating a heightened risk of nuclear conflict.