EU welcomes Istanbul agreement on grain exports from Ukrainian ports

The European Union welcomes the agreements signed today in Istanbul by Ukraine, Russia, Turkey and the United Nations to unblock the Black Sea for Ukrainian exports of grains, EU’s statement says, Report informs, citing Interfax-Ukraine.

According to the High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, the agreement is a step in the right direction.

“Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine has left millions at risk of hunger. Today’s Istanbul agreement is a step in the right direction. We call for its swift implementation,” Borrell wrote on Twitter.

In his turn, the President of the Council of the European Union, Charles Michel, noted that this document can benefit millions of people around the globe.

“Global food security is a priority for the EU. I welcome the agreement to unblock the Black Sea for Ukrainian exports of grain. This deal can benefit millions around the globe. Strict implementation of the deal is now of utmost importance to make this work.,” he tweeted.