US Reverses Stance, Sends Anti-Personnel Mines to Ukraine Amid Criticism

President Biden has authorized the provision of anti-personnel mines to Ukraine, marking a significant U.S. policy shift aimed at bolstering Ukraine's defenses against Russian forces. This decision follows the U.S. allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles against Russia and comes amid heightened nuclear threats from the Kremlin. While Ukraine has agreed not to deploy these mines in civilian areas, the move could be controversial due to the potential danger to civilians and the global push against such weapons. The mines provided are "non-persistent," meaning they deactivate after a period.