Zelenskyy and Erdoğan to Seek Solutions for the Operation of the Black Sea Grain Corridor

02 November 2026, 09:24 275

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has agreed with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to step up efforts to open a grain corridor in the Black Sea.

He made the statement during a press conference, according to the Office of the President of Ukraine.

It was noted that during their meeting, the two leaders discussed in detail all issues related to security in the Black Sea.

«Since 2014, russia’s aggression has been making the situation in the Black Sea increasingly difficult, worsening it step by step. Türkiye has consistently supported our sovereignty, territorial integrity and our efforts to ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea and restore normal living conditions in the Black Sea region,» Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

The leaders of Ukraine and Türkiye also discussed new ideas and proposals that could help address food security issues.

«Today, the President and I agreed to work on the Black Sea grain corridor to ensure that it exists and operates effectively,» the President of Ukraine stated.