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Iran confirms release of two seized Greek tankers
Tehran and Athens agree to foster the cooperation necessary to improve maritime security, according to a memorandum.
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Russia seeks drone attack probe, guarantees to resume grain deal
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Published On 1 Nov 2022

Moscow accused of blackmail after suspending its participation in a grain export agreement.

The vessel and crew’s nationalities were not announced, but the value of its cargo amounted to $6.6m, an official said.

The strike is the latest action by workers in an array of industries calling for higher pay amid sky-high inflation.

The Brave Commander was due to bring food aid to Ethiopia as part of efforts to help countries at risk of famine.

The UN and Turkey brokered a deal to unblock Ukraine’s ports last month after UN warnings of famine.

Ships are loaded and ready to depart Odesa as Moscow and Kyiv trade blame for an attack that killed Ukrainian POWs.

Proposed rules would force more ships to slow down off US east coast to avoid striking North Atlantic right whales.

Exports will resume from Chornomorsk port first, followed by ports of Odesa and Pivdeny, government officials say.

Russian forces abandon the strategic Black Sea islet – a major victory for Ukraine that could also enable grain exports.

Millions of tonnes of grain are currently stuck in Ukrainian ports either blockaded or occupied by Russian forces.

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