The Biden administration has agreed to supply Ukraine with U.S. anti-personnel mines. These mines will aid Ukraine against Russian attacks. In response, Russia decided to lower its threshold for the use of nuclear weapons. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that the move is in response to Russia’s increasing use of foot soldiers in their assaults. Russia’s change in tactics has prompted a need for Ukraine to adapt and slow down Russian advances.

Source: New York Times November 21, 2024 20:30 UTC