Russia agrees to resume grain exports via the Sea of Azov

Russia has allowed grain exports via the Sea of Azov, including through the Kerch Strait to the Black Sea, with naval protection for commercial vessels. This permission is valid until November 15. The ongoing conflict has severely restricted shipping in the Black Sea since July 10, impacting grain transport due to attacks from both Russia and Ukraine. Both nations are seeking alternative transport routes as these disruptions have decreased grain sales and export revenues, with Russia and Ukraine being major global grain suppliers.