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Pentagon Confirms U.S. to Supply Anti-Personnel Landmines to Ukraine Amid Intensifying Conflict

Nov 20, 2024, 11:15 PM

The United States has decided to provide anti-personnel landmines to Ukraine as the conflict with Russia intensifies. This decision comes amid increased fighting in eastern Ukraine, where Russia has been ramping up its offensive. The move is controversial because Ukraine is a signatory to the Ottawa Treaty, which bans the use of such mines. Human rights organizations have criticized the U.S. for this decision. The Pentagon confirms the U.S. commitment, and the White House has approved the move. In addition to landmines, the U.S. and the U.K. are also supplying Ukraine with long-range missiles.