Ukrainian side had committed to not using the mines in areas populated by civilians WASHINGTON, November 20. /TASS/. The US Department of Defense confirmed to a TASS correspondent that the administration had authorized the use of antipersonnel landmines in Ukraine. "I can confirm that the administration has approved use of antipersonnel landmines to Ukraine," a Pentagon official said, commenting on the Washington Post report. The official said the Ukrainian side had committed to not using the