Kyiv: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on Monday strongly condemned Russian missile attacks on two vessels in Ukraine’s southern ports, labeling the strikes as part of a “deliberate terrorist tactic”.
“In just two days, Russian ballistic attacks damaged two civilian cargo vessels in Odesa,” Sybiha wrote on X (formerly Twitter). He added, “This is a deliberate terrorist tactic. We must join forces of all responsible states and organizations to…ensure freedom of navigation in the Black Sea and global food security.”
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These comments come as tensions over the Black Sea escalate, following Russia’s intensified strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure and shipping routes. Ukraine, a key global grain supplier, has warned that such actions threaten not only its economy but also the stability of global food supplies.
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Sybiha’s call for international collaboration highlights the urgent need to protect shipping lanes vital for food exports. With Russia’s blockade and attacks on ports like Odesa, fears are growing over a worsening food crisis, particularly in regions that rely heavily on Ukrainian grain.
