Zelenskiy Rejects Russia Grain Demands
Ukrainian President Zelenskiy says Russia is not ready for a Black Sea grain ship ceasefire. He notes Moscow demands a halt to strikes on Russian energy infrastructure in exchange. Zelenskiy argues the two sectors are not comparable.
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Ukraine rejected a proposal from Russia to link Black Sea grain security to halted energy strikes, with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stating Moscow is not ready for a ceasefire. The diplomatic impasse leaves agricultural export routes vulnerable as winter approaches. Global food markets face renewed volatility as bilateral talks stall over reciprocal demands.
