Anti-Mine Treaty Signatories Condemn U.S. Decision to Supply Mines to Ukraine

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Signatories of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention have expressed strong condemnation of the United States' recent decision to transfer anti-personnel mines to Ukraine. This move is seen as a significant setback for the landmark treaty aimed at prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production, and transfer of landmines.

U.S. Actions and Ukraine's Position. Last week, the U.S. announced its plan to send landmines to Ukraine, asserting that this support is crucial for aiding Ukraine in its ongoing struggle against Russia's invasion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has described the mines as "very important" for halting Russian attacks. Treaty Violations: The convention's signatories stated that the transfer of U.S. mines to Ukraine would constitute a "direct violation" of the treaty, raising serious concerns about the implications for international humanitarian law and the commitment to eradicating landmines globally.