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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Arpan Rai

What are depleted uranium shells? The controversial armour-piercing munitions being used in Ukraine

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The depleted uranium anti-tank rounds soon to be in Ukraine’s military stockpiles have kicked up a debate over its use in the continuing Russian invasion.

Announced by the Pentagon in the latest military tranche on Wednesday, the controversial rounds have spread alarm among Vladimir Putin’s ministers who have warned against the escalation yet again.

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