Grain

Erdogan: Türkiye-brokered Ukraine grain deal extended by four months

Türkiye's President Erdogan announces an extension of an Ankara-brokered deal for grain exports from three Ukrainian Black Sea ports.

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Russia resumes its participation in a deal freeing up grain exports from Ukraine, after Türkiye's successful efforts — hailed by several countries — to resolve a crisis between Moscow and Kiev, even as fighting continues on its 253rd day.

Russia agrees to continue with Ankara-brokered grain deal: Erdogan

Russia had announced on Saturday that it would suspend its participation in the UN-brokered Black Sea grain export deal due to Ukrainian attacks on its Black Sea Fleet's ships.

Türkiye continues efforts for resumption of Black Sea grain exports

No ships will depart from Ukraine, but grain-laden ships waiting in Istanbul will go through inspection today and tomorrow, the defence ministry said.

Erdogan seeks to ease Armenia-Azerbaijan tensions

Yerevan must desist from provoking its neighbour and adhere to previous commitments between the two Caucasian nations, says Türkiye’s president.

Over 721,000 tons of grain exported from Ukraine since Istanbul deal

Efforts continue to ensure that shipments reach their final destinations as safely as possible, said Türkiye's Defence Minister Hulusi Akar.

UN chief visits Istanbul, thanks Türkiye for 'pivotal role' in grain deal

UN chief Antonio Guterres' remarks came during a joint press conference with Türkiye's Defence Minister Hulusi Akar at the Joint Coordination Centre overseeing Ukrainian grain exports in Istanbul.

Two more grain ships leave Ukraine under Türkiye-brokered deal

Two more ships departed from the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk under the Türkiye-brokered deal reached last month to resume grain exports from three Ukrainian Black Sea ports.

UN ship carrying grain for Africa leaves Ukraine

Ukraine and Russia agreed a Türkiye-brokered deal last month to unblock Black Sea grain deliveries after Moscow's attack.

Global wheat, corn prices fall as more grain ships leave Ukraine

So far a total of 10 ships have sailed since last week under a deal with Russia to unblock Ukrainian sea-borne grain exports.

Two ships loaded with Ukrainian grain anchor at Istanbul Strait

Carrying 33,000 tons of corn, the Panama-flagged ship "Navi-Star" is expected to proceed on its way to Ireland after an inspection.

Three grain ships to set sail from Ukrainian ports on Friday: Türkiye

Türkiye's defence minister underlined that they continue to work with Russian, Ukrainian and UN officials for the smooth functioning of the grain ships under Ankara-brokered deal.