Ukraine news latest: UK may be about to take Russia conflict to next level – but one key ally is wary

THE UK could be prepared to take the Russia-Ukraine conflict to the next level as “talks are ongoing” about further support. According to reports, the UK is considering supplying Ukrainian forces with British Army Challenger 2 main battle tanks for the first time. A senior UK defence source told the PA news agency: “These conversations have been taking place. The talks are ongoing.” However, some allies have displayed concerns over the reaction in Moscow if they were to supply tanks to Kyiv forces. The German Chancellor, Olaf Schulz, has adopted a more cautious approach in comparison to other nations, stating previously he finds “hasty actions and maverick German efforts questionable.” Read our Ukraine war blog below for the latest news…