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Sep 25, 2026

Russia could restart 80% of Black Sea grain terminals if attacks cease, analysis shows

Russia could quickly restore up to 80% of its grain terminal capacity in the Black Sea and Sea of Azov if diplomatic efforts lead to a ceasefire halting mutual attacks with Ukraine, according to a Reuters analysis of industry data. The finding comes amid ongoing discussions over Black Sea shipping arrangements.

Sep 25, 2026·3 sources
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  • ▪Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated on September 19, 2026 that Ankara had sent proposals to Russia and Ukraine for a Black Sea shipping moratorium, though their positions remain difficult to reconcile.
  • ▪The Kremlin acknowledged diplomatic contacts led by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan regarding Black Sea shipping but stated that Russia was finding alternative export routes in the meantime
  • ▪The ZTKT terminal in Taman, Russia, and a terminal in Taganrog on the Azov Sea have halted operations due to damage, with ZTKT unable to load grain since a July 30, 2026 strike.

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Ceasefires & negotiationsShipping & logisticsRussia-Ukraine warRussia-Ukraine war impact on global food securityInternational tradeGlobal supply chains

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