Putin says grain deal goal 'not implemented' in call with Ramaphosa

By Agence France-Presse

Jul 17, 2023 12:00 am

Moscow, Russia: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday said the main objective of the deal that allowed Ukrainian grain exports to resume was not achieved, in a call with his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa.

The deal that eased fears of a global food crisis sparked by the offensive in Ukraine is due to expire late Monday -- unless Russia agrees to renew it.

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