Ammon News - In a shocking display of hostility towards global food security, Russia has made a callous decision that will affect over 400 million people worldwide. By refusing to extend its participation in the Black Sea Grain Initiative, Russia has jeopardized the essential Ukrainian grain supplies that sustain millions of lives, particularly in vulnerable regions of Asia and Africa.

This deliberate move by Russia is part of a larger, sinister strategy to destabilize countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa. The cessation of the Grain Deal puts millions at risk of hunger and creates a ripe environment for rising food prices and social unrest. Russian terrorists aim to exploit the ensuing food crisis to trigger another wave of migration, political crises, and further instability across continents.

The gravity of Russia's actions is compounded by its recent military aggression targeting key Ukrainian seaports, Odesa and Chornomorsk, with devastating missile and drone strikes. These attacks demonstrate Russia's disregard for global food security, as it maliciously targets vital Ukrainian cities responsible for exporting essential grains to the world.

The international community must unite to protect those most vulnerable and ensure that Russian food blackmail fails. Together, we must stand with Ukraine and guarantee unhindered Ukrainian food exports without relying on any Russian approvals.

The Black Sea Grain Initiative, launched with the help of the UN and Türkiye, has proven to be a vital lifeline for the world. With almost 33 million metric tons of agricultural products exported to 45 countries, this initiative has covered more than half of the global supply by the United Nations World Food Programme, largely thanks to Ukrainian grain.

Contrary to Russian propaganda, the majority of Ukrainian exports have gone to developing countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. To further demonstrate its commitment to global food security, Ukraine initiated the humanitarian program "Grain from Ukraine," providing grain free of charge to those in need, particularly in African countries.

Russia's actions threaten the stability and food security rights of people around the world. The immediate outcome of Russia's actions will be a surge in grain prices, which will have a detrimental impact on the most vulnerable populations, especially in countries like Somalia, Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Yemen.

Ukraine calls on all UN Member States to firmly demand that Russia resumes its participation in the Black Sea Grain Initiative and puts an end to its hunger games. Food security is a universal right, and no country should have the power to destroy it for political gains.

Ukraine has been and remains a critical food security guarantor for many nations across the globe. While Russia has broken its part of the Black Sea Grain Initiative, Ukraine continues to fulfill its obligations.

To counter Russian blackmail and secure global food security, Ukraine, all the like minded states, the UN, and Türkiye can collaborate to ensure the operation of the food corridor and the inspection of vessels. Ukraine urges all UN member states to support this effort and protect lives not only in Ukraine but worldwide, from Morocco to China and from Indonesia to Lebanon.

Food security stands as an essential point in President Zelenskyy's Peace Formula, aimed at restoring just and lasting peace in Ukraine and adhering to the principles of the UN Charter and UNGA resolutions. We implore all nations and organizations to join in the implementation of this specific item of the Peace Formula to safeguard global food security and stability for generations to come. It is not only Ukrainian fight. Russian aggression is indiscriminate and affects entire globe. Make no mistake - Russia's assault on global food security is a direct attack against your own household. It's time to wake up. The time has come to stop this reckless strategy of the Kremlin.