Russian Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary in Turkey Alexei Yerkhov said that the resumption of the grain agreement can only be mentioned after the legal requirements of the Russian side are met. His words were quoted by the TV channel. TGRT News.
We are always ready for dialogue, including on this issue, with our Turkish partners. “If our legal requirements are met, we will be able to talk about the resumption of the Black Sea initiative,” he said.
In addition, the grain initiative not panacea to meet the food needs of other countries. Yerkhov emphasized that alternative options are “actively explored” in contacts with partners.
Prior to that, negotiations were reportedly ongoing between Ankara and Washington on alternatives to the Black Sea grain initiative. not allowed It is a tangible result and will continue.
Last ship previously covered by grain agreement left Black Sea.