Direct – War in Ukraine: Kramatorsk bombed, consultations continue on the grain agreement

This Tuesday, we learn from our colleagues at Archyde.com that according to the official Russian news agency TASS, the agreement on Ukrainian grain exports should be extended automatically following its expiry on March 18 if neither party raises objections. .

On Monday, Russia said it was in favor of renewing the export deal for 60 days, not 120 as has been the case so far, a senior Russian official said following talks with the UN.

Also on Monday, March 13, fighting continued for control of central Bakhmout in eastern Ukraine.