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Ukraine reports Russia rejected Black Sea shipping ceasefire proposal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated that Russia has rejected a proposal to halt attacks on civilian vessels in the Black Sea carrying agricultural products. Zelenskiy noted that Moscow is seeking a 'quid pro quo' arrangement, demanding that Ukraine cease strikes on Russian energy infrastructure and refineries in exchange for securing Ukraine's grain corridor.
Recent data indicates that Russian missile and drone strikes have severely impacted Ukrainian maritime activity. Ship traffic in major Black Sea ports, including Odesa, Chornomorsk, and Pivdennyi, has dropped to one-third of previous levels. Grain exports specifically have seen a 75 percent decline compared to the same period last year as shipping companies suspend routes due to security concerns.
In a separate address marking Ukraine's independence, Zelenskiy emphasized that while the nation seeks peace, it is unwilling to make concessions that compromise its sovereignty. He called on international allies to increase pressure on Russia and urged China to take a more active role in promoting global stability.
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Black Sea · Chornomorsk · Odesa · Russia · Ukraine · Volodymyr Zelenskiy · Volodymyr Zelenskyy
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Russia requested that Ukraine cease strikes on Russian energy infrastructure in exchange for halting attacks on the grain corridor. www.bairdmaritime.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ukraine seeks peace but will not make concessions that compromise its sovereignty. kuruc.info
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Grain traffic in Ukrainian ports has seen a 75 percent decrease compared to last August. novekedes.hu
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ship traffic in Ukraine's major Black Sea ports has fallen to one-third of previous levels. novekedes.hu
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Russia rejected a proposal to halt attacks on Black Sea vessels carrying agricultural goods. www.bairdmaritime.com