Russia strikes wheat ship bound for Egypt in Black Sea
Photo: Russia hit a ship with wheat for Egypt (t.me/V_Zelenskiy_official)
Russian military launched a missile at a civilian vessel, targeting a wheat shipment bound for Egypt, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
“A Russian missile struck a shipment of wheat for Egypt. Today’s attack in the Black Sea targeted a civilian vessel shortly after leaving Ukrainian territorial waters,” the president stated.
According to preliminary data, there were no human casualties.
Zelenskyy emphasizes that Ukraine is a key global donor to food security. The stability and survival of many countries worldwide depend on the smooth operation of Ukraine’s food export corridor.
"Our food supply to African and Middle East countries is critical. We will continue to do everything to protect our ports, the Black Sea, and our food exports to the global market. Protecting lives is Ukraine’s priority, and it must be a priority for every nation,” he noted.
Photo: Russia hit a ship with wheat for Egypt (t.me/V_Zelenskiy_official)
He also called on the world to respond, stating, “Wheat and food security must never be a target for missiles."
Ukrainian maritime corridor
Following Russia's withdrawal from the grain deal last July, a special maritime corridor was established to safeguard grain shipments.
Since March 15, 2024, the Ukrainian corridor through the Odesa ports has been operating around the clock, increasing agricultural and other exports by 20%.
In August, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced that Ukrainian exporters increased physical sales volumes by 35% in the first half of 2024, matching pre-war export levels.
