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Ukraine Strikes Russia's Grain Terminals in Novorossiysk, Disrupting Global Food Supply

Ukraine launched a massive drone attack on three of Russia’s largest grain terminals in Novorossiysk, damaging infrastructure and halting operations. The strikes disrupted grain shipments from the Black Sea port, raising fears of global food market chaos. Russia warned of widespread disruption as the conflict over maritime routes continues.

Ukraine conducted a significant overnight drone attack on Novorossiysk, Russia, targeting three major grain terminals. The strike caused severe damage, including the collapse of a loading gallery at United Grain’s Novorossiysk Grain Plant and damage to several silos. Grain shipments from the port are now impossible due to the destruction of terminal infrastructure. The attack is part of a broader maritime conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with implications for global food security.

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IndependentNew York TimesAug 13, 08:01 AM
Russian Blockade of Major Ukrainian Ports Threatens Global Grain Supplies

The deadly strikes are part of a long-running maritime battle with Ukraine and echo battles over other key shipping routes around the world.

IndependentSouth China Morning PostAug 13, 05:14 AM
Russia warns of ‘chaos’ in global food market after Ukraine pummels grain terminals

Three of Russia’s largest grain terminals in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk have halted operations after being damaged in a massive overnight drone attack by Ukraine. Grain shipments from Novorossiysk are currently impossible because of serious damage to terminal infrastructure, people familiar with the matter said. A loading gallery at United Grain’s Novorossiysk Grain Plant collapsed after the strikes and several silos were damaged, the people said, while a gallery and truck unloading...