![]() ![]() The Challenger 2 main battle tanks were the first Western main battle tanks offered to Ukraine, supplementing donations of Western manufactured infantry fighting vehicles, armoured personnel carriers, light armored vehicles and self-propelled howitzers. (Photo by UK MoD)Ī spokesperson for the UK prime minister Rishi Sunak described the move as reflecting “the UK’s ambition to intensify support”. Ukrainian tank crews have arrived in the UK to begin Challenger 2 main battle tank training for their continued fight against Russia. An initial commitment of 14 vehicles was announced, alongside 30 AS-90 155 mm self-propelled guns, and armoured repair and recovery vehicles. The UK government confirmed reports on 14 January 2023 that in light of the developing situation in Ukraine, it had reversed its position on the supply of Challenger 2 main battle tanks to Ukraine. ![]() The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) is providing tanks to Ukraine to help them retake territory and repel enemy forces. On 29 January 2023, Ukrainian tank crews have now arrived in the UK to undergo training on the Challenger 2 main battle tank.
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