Ukraine Summons Israeli Ambassador Over Stolen Grain Imports, Condemns Russian Vessel in Haifa
Ukraine summoned the Israeli ambassador on April 28, 2026, in protest of Israel's import of grain stolen by Russia. A Russian vessel carrying 'stolen grain' arrived in Haifa, prompting the diplomatic action. Ukraine handed an official note to the Israeli ambassador protesting the imports.
Where Sources Diverge
Al-Jazeera mentions Ukrainian drones hitting a Russian oil refinery, while other sources focus on the grain issue.
Ukrainian drones hit Russia's Tuapse oil refinery, causing a 'massive' fire.
Israel has received multiple shipments of stolen Ukrainian grain.
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Foreign Ministry: Israel has received multiple shipments of stolen Ukrainian grain Ukrinform - Ukrainian National News Agency
Ukraine hands Israeli ambassador note of protest over imports of grain stolen by Russia Ukrinform - Ukrainian National News Agency
The diplomatic spat unfolds as Ukrainian drones hit Russia's Tuapse oil refinery, causing a 'massive' fire.
Ukraine summons Israeli ambassador over vessel with 'stolen grain' in Haifa Anadolu Ajansı
Ukraine summons Israeli envoy in protest of Russian vessel's arrival in Haifa The Jerusalem Post