Borrell accused Russia of creating “dependence” of other countries on Russian grain

I offer developing countries cheap grain, Russia is trying to create their “dependence” on its supplies, said the head of EU diplomacy, Josep Borrell. His words are quoted by RIA Novosti, citing a letter from Borrell.

According to the politician, in the face of difficulties with the supply of grain and rising prices, Moscow offers grain to “vulnerable countries” at reduced prices.

Borrell also believes that the European Union “made every effort” so that the sanctions regime imposed on the Russian Federation did not affect the food security of other states. In his opinion, the EU has not imposed sanctions on Russian exports of food and fertilizers to third countries.

Russia has notified Turkey, Ukraine and the UN that it will terminate the grain deal effective July 18, which involved the export of Ukrainian grain and food, as well as fertilizer across the Black Sea from three ports, including Odessa. After the cessation of the Black Sea Grain Initiative and the curtailment of the maritime humanitarian corridor, all ships en route to Ukrainian ports in the Black Sea waters are considered as potential carriers of military cargo from midnight on July 20, 2023 and are considered involved in the Ukrainian conflict on the side of the Kiev regime. Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation.