Ukraine had committed to not using the mines in densely populated areas, an unnamed official told the Washington Post, which first reported the development.
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Nov 19 (Reuters) - President Joe Biden has approved providing anti-personnel land mines to Ukraine, a U.S. official told Reuters.
epa11662173 A handout photo made available by the press service of the 24th Mechanized Brigade of Ukrainian Armed Forces shows newly recruited servicemen of the 24th mechanized brigade, named after King Danylo, improving their tactical skills on obstacle course at the training field in Donetsk region, Ukraine, 15 October 2024 (issued 16 October 2024), amid the Russian invasion. Russian troops entered Ukrainian territory on 24 February 2022, starting a conflict that has provoked destruction and a humanitarian crisis. EPA-EFE/24TH MECHANIZED BRIGADE OF UKRAINIAN ARMED FORCES/HANDOUT HANDOUT EDITORIAL USE ONLY/NO SALES