Ceasefire or stalemate? Grain exports at risk in Black Sea deal

The Black Sea, a vital artery for global grain exports, has become a battleground where trade and geopolitics collide. In a high-stakes move, the United States has brokered a ceasefire with Russia and Ukraine to safeguard grain shipments. However, the deal is fragile—Russia has attached major conditions, including the lifting of sanctions and access to the Swift payment system. With billions of dollars in wheat and corn exports at stake, the world watches to see if this agreement can truly sec