Russian Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary in Turkey, Alexei Yerkhov, stated that mentioning the resumption of the grain agreement depends on whether Russia’s formal requirements are satisfied. His remarks were reported by TGRT News, a Turkish television channel.
He added that dialogue remains open with Turkish partners on this topic. If Russia’s legal prerequisites are fulfilled, the conversation about restarting the Black Sea initiative could move forward. The ambassador underscored a willingness to engage, outlining a pathway that hinges on concrete legal arrangements being completed first.
Yerkhov also pointed out that the grain initiative is not a universal fix for global food needs. He highlighted that other options are being actively explored through ongoing discussions with partners as part of a broad review of supply routes and potential adjustments to international arrangements.
Before these remarks, reports suggested ongoing talks between Ankara and Washington about alternative approaches to the Black Sea grain initiative. While no decisions were announced, officials indicated that any tangible results would reflect both sides’ interests and practical considerations, and that dialogue would continue as negotiations evolve.
The latest update notes that the last vessel previously covered by the grain agreement has departed from the Black Sea, marking a moment that has prompted renewed attention to the conditions and possibilities for future shipments. This development comes amid broader discussions about safe and predictable food deliveries to countries relying on these exports, and it frames the ongoing negotiations as part of a complex, multi-stakeholder process rather than a single, decisive turn.