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Russia says food and fertiliser sanctions must be lifted for Black Sea deal

The article from MSN discusses Russia's stance on the continuation of the Black Sea grain deal, which is set to expire on July 17, 2023. Russia has stated that for the deal to be extended, Western sanctions affecting its food and fertilizer exports must be lifted. These sanctions, according to Russia, have impeded its ability to export agricultural products, despite the deal's aim to facilitate the export of Ukrainian grain to alleviate global food shortages. Russia's Foreign Minister, Sergei Lavrov, emphasized that the deal's humanitarian purpose has been undermined by these sanctions, which he claims are not directly related to the conflict but impact Russia's agricultural sector. The article also mentions that while the deal has allowed for the export of significant amounts of Ukrainian grain, the benefits have not been as widespread as intended, with much of the grain going to wealthier countries rather than to those in dire need. Russia has indicated it might not agree to extend the deal unless its conditions are met.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-gb/politics/government/russia-says-food-and-fertiliser-sanctions-must-be-lifted-for-black-sea-deal/ar-AA1BDHtL ]