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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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Overview
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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Analysis
- The Biden administration's decision to allow Ukraine to utilize American antipersonnel land mines marks a significant policy shift, enhancing Ukraine’s capacity to defend against increased Russian aggression during an ongoing and increasingly difficult war.
- U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasized that this policy responds to evolving battlefield dynamics and needs. The increased use of advanced weapons indicates a strategic move against Russia's renewed offensive and aims to protect not only military but also civilian interests in Ukraine.
- Despite deep humanitarian concerns surrounding land mines, the administration justifies the conditional deployment of controlled 'non-persistent' mines, highlighting a tactical focus on reducing civilian risks while addressing Ukraine’s urgent defense needs.
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- President Vladimir Putin confirmed the use of a new intermediate-range ballistic missile, the Oreshnik, in a targeted strike on Ukraine, claiming it was a direct response to the West allowing Ukraine to use advanced long-range missiles against Russian territory.
- Putin highlighted the capability of these missiles to travel at speeds of MACH 10, which he argues poses a challenge to existing Western missile defense systems, framing the strike as a strategic measure amid escalating tensions following the U.S. green light for Ukraine's attacks in Russia.
- While U.S. officials caution that this new missile capability is unlikely to significantly alter the conflict's dynamics, it is intended as a signal of Russia's military potential and resolve in response to NATO's support for Ukraine.
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