The head of Russia’s national defense control center, Mikhail Mizintsev, reported during a briefing that two dry cargo ships loaded with corn and flour departed from the Ukrainian port of Chernomorsk and were headed to Liberia and Turkey. The briefing was part of ongoing updates from the defense circle and communications channels described by the official press outlet DEA News. The announcement follows a broader tally of recent maritime movement tied to Ukrainian grain exports and regional shipping arrangements in the western Black Sea corridor. [Citation: Russian defense ministry briefing, 2024; DEA News coverage]
Since August 1, 2022, a total of 12 ships have left Ukrainian ports under this program, delivering 375,131 tons of food. The breakdown shows 307,831 tons of corn, 6,000 tons of sunflower oil, 50,300 tons of flour, and 11,000 tons of soybeans. These figures come from official maritime tracking and public briefings that summarize the scale and composition of grain and edible oil shipments moving through the region. Analysts note the mix reflects the diverse cargo streams associated with humanitarian and commercial trade through Neptunian corridors and neutral transit arrangements. [Citation: port authority summaries; international briefings, 2024]
Meanwhile, perspectives from the Ukrainian diplomatic mission in Lebanon reference a local client opposition to grain deliveries from Odessa via dry cargo routes, highlighting nuances in port selections and destination markets. The episode underscores how grain trade intersects with regional procurement decisions and logistics challenges in the Levant region. [Citation: Ukrainian Embassy statements, 2024]
Earlier reporting indicated that the cargo ship Razoni, carrying Ukrainian grain, shifted its course and was anticipated to reach the Lebanese port of Tripoli on a scheduled morning arrival. The update illustrates the dynamic nature of sea routes and the impact of interim detours on port operations and receiving facilities along the eastern Mediterranean. [Citation: regional maritime traffic briefings, 2024]
In another development, the Turkish Ministry of Defense confirmed that three dry cargo ships laden with grain had departed Ukrainian ports on the morning of August 5. The vessels named Navistar, Rojen, and Polarnet were noted to be under the supervision of representatives from the Joint Coordination Center, signifying ongoing international coordination to monitor and manage grain shipments through the area. The confirmation aligns with the broader framework of maritime oversight and traffic control agreements designed to ensure安全 and traceability for grain deliveries amid ongoing regional tensions. [Citation: Turkish MoD statements, 2024; GCC involvement summaries]