Russia’s withdrawal from a deal allowing the safe Black Sea export of Ukraine grain means “the guarantees for the safety of navigation issued by the Russian side will be revoked,” Russia told the UN shipping agency the International Maritime Organization (IMO), according to an excerpt from the letter seen by Reuters.
It also said, “proactive necessary actions and response measures to neutralize threats posed by the Kiev regime in the area will be taken, considering the continued armed provocations thereby and attempts to attack Russian military and civilian objects.”
Meanwhile, Russia’s suspension of a pact that has allowed the Black Sea export of grain from Ukraine “will worsen food security and harm millions,” the White House said on Monday.
“We urge the Government of Russia to immediately reverse its decision,” White House National Security Council spokesperson Adam Hodge said in a statement.
