US sending Ukraine depleted uranium anti-tank rounds to aid counteroffensive, drawing Russian condemnation

The US is providing Ukraine with depleted uranium ammunition capable of piercing Russian tank armor as part of a new $175 million military aid package.
Russia has denounced the depleted uranium rounds as inhumane, warning of health risks, while the US maintains they are safe and can help Ukraine's counteroffensive.
The aid package also includes air defense systems, rockets, missiles, and other arms to boost Ukraine's offensive operations against Russian forces.
Ukraine says it will not ask the US to send troops to fight Russia on the ground as it continues to receive military assistance from Western allies.
There are longstanding concerns about potential health and environmental hazards associated with depleted uranium munitions.