Russia, which had suspended participation over the weekend, says the grain deal is back on after assurances that shipping corridors would not be used for military purposes.
Ships, including those carrying grain from Ukraine and awaiting inspections, are seen anchored off the Istanbul coastline on Wednesday in Istanbul, Turkey.ISTANBUL — Russia has returned to the United Nations-brokered deal to safely ship Ukrainian grain through the Black Sea.over the weekend had caused a spike in global wheat prices and raised fresh concerns over international food shortages.
"The Russian Federation considers that the guarantees received at the moment appear sufficient, and resumes the implementation of the agreement," the Defense Ministry said.he welcomed Russia's return to the program, which enables exports of food and fertilizer, adding that he's"grateful for the Turkish facilitation."
Global wheat prices soared immediately after Russia's announcement and leaders around the world criticized Moscow's decision and urged Russia to resume its participation, fearing global food shortages and even mass hunger in developing countries.
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