A week later world leaders will gather in New York for the annual United Nations General Assembly.
There has long been a hesitancy to allow Ukraine to fire western missiles into Russia, because of fears it could be seen as provocative and draw the US, European countries and others directly into the conflict.
But with winter approaching and Russia getting extra support from Iran, minds appear to be changing.
You can read more about the Anglo-French cruise missile, called Storm Shadow, that could be used here.
When asked about the prospect of allowing the missiles to be used, the public remarks of senior figures remain guarded.
“There are really important developments likely in the next few weeks and months, both in Ukraine and the Middle East, and therefore a number of tactical decisions ought to be taken,” the prime minister told reporters, without disputing the issue is on the agenda.”
He noted that both the US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken and David Lammy had recently visited Ukraine.
“They’re obviously with us to report into the process on a really important joint trip.”
