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Biden Administration Supplies Ukraine With Land Mines Amid Escalating Conflict As Russia Launches New Missile

The Biden administration has announced support for Ukraine amidst escalating military actions, including the provision of land mines and the escalation of missile strikes by Russia.

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Updated: Nov 21st, 2024, 6:32 PM ET

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In a significant shift in U.S. military support, the Biden administration will supply anti-personnel land mines to Ukraine, following Russia's launch of a new intermediate-range ballistic missile targeting Dnipro. This coincides with ongoing U.S. authorization for Ukraine to utilize long-range ATACMS missiles against Russia. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin states these mines reduce civilian risk, yet the decision faces international scrutiny. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Russia's missile launch as an escalation, while Russian President Putin emphasized military readiness and the right to counter NATO actions, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the conflict.

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