Do not extend this Agreement “A blow to needy people around the world”, the UN Secretary General expressed regret. Antonio Guterres on Monday, July 17, condemned Moscow’s decision to end its grain deal with Ukraine. Signed in July 2022, the text allowing Ukraine to export its grain was set to expire at midnight (11 p.m. in Paris). But a few hours ago, Russia closed the door on its extension: it “Really Done”, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. In one year, the agreement enabled Ukraine to export nearly 33 million tons of grain from its ports. For America, this new decision has been made by Russia “Humanity Hostage”. Follow our life.
“We are not afraid”. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has vowed that his country is ready to maintain grain exports, even if the deal ends. “Even without Russia, everything should be done to use this corridor (for exports) in the Black Sea”, He said, according to his spokesperson. According to UN estimates, since last September, theAbout 25% of these exports went to low- and lower-middle-income countries such as Egypt, Kenya, Sudan and Yemen.
Condemnations from the international community. The US ambassador to the United Nations has condemned “A New Atrocity” From Moscow after the announcement of the conclusion of the agreement. “Russia is playing political games, real people will suffer”, he told reporters. The President of the European Commission has his role “for sure” Condemned a decision “cynical” From Moscow. Participating in the negotiations to extend the agreement, Recep Tayyip Erdogan has pledged his role. “That Putin [voulait] Proceed with the deal”. The latter should receive the Turkish presidency “In the month of August”.
Crimean Bridge retargeted. The Russian Foreign Ministry blamed Kyiv “Terrorist Attack” A massive unclaimed explosion in October 2022 against this bridge, which was already a target. According to the Russian camp, the road was damaged “damage” Two others were reportedly killed and a child injured. According to the Ukrainian special services, the attack was carried out “Naval Drones”.
Ukraine claims victories in the east. Kiev said it recaptured 7km2 from Russian forces last week around the devastated city of Baghmoud, which came under Russian control in May after months of deadly clashes. This progress is a “Moving the Front Line” In this area, Deputy Defense Minister of Ukraine Hanna Malier said in Telegram.
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