Ambassador Condemns Russian Attack on Grain Ship

The U.S. ambassador to Ukraine condemned a Russian attack on a vessel carrying grain, labeling it a violation of international law and a threat to food security. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy reported that the ship, bound for Egypt, was hit by a missile but no casualties were reported.

The U.S. ambassador to Ukraine has strongly condemned a recent Russian attack on a commercial vessel carrying grain, describing it as a violation of international law and a direct threat to global food security.

In a statement posted on X, Ambassador Bridget Brink expressed outrage over the attack on the cargo ship in the Black Sea. She highlighted the severity of this 'escalatory attack' and its implications for international norms and food supplies.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy confirmed that the vessel, en route to Egypt, was struck by a Russian missile shortly after exiting Ukrainian territorial waters. Fortunately, no casualties were reported from the incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)