Ukraine accuses Israel of importing grain 'stolen' by Russia
Ukraine has accused Israel of importing grain that it claims was stolen by Russia from occupied territories. President Zelenskyy warned of potential sanctions against those involved in the trade, while Israel's Foreign Minister dismissed the accusations as insufficiently substantiated. The situation has raised tensions between the two countries, with Ukraine urging Israel to stop the imports to maintain bilateral relations.
- ▪Ukraine's President Zelenskyy accused Israel of allowing the import of stolen grain from Russia.
- ▪Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar stated that Ukraine had not provided enough information regarding the shipments.
- ▪Ukraine's Foreign Ministry has summoned Israel's ambassador to protest the ongoing imports of allegedly stolen grain.
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World Ukraine accuses Israel of importing grain 'stolen' by Russia April 29, 20264:17 AM ET By The Associated Press Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy makes statements as he arrives for the EU Summit in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, Thursday, April 23, 2026. Petros Karadjias/AP hide caption toggle caption Petros Karadjias/AP KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine accused Israel on Tuesday of allowing the import of grain it says Russia stole from occupied areas, prompting a sharp exchange between officials. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a vessel carrying grain had arrived at an Israeli port and was preparing to unload, calling the trade illegal and warning of sanctions against those involved. Israel claimed that the vessel had not entered the port and had not yet submitted its documents.
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