Zelenskyy Says Putin Rejected Black Sea Shipping Truce
By The BriefBrief
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine proposed a truce to halt attacks on ships carrying agricultural commodities through the Black Sea. He said Russia rejected the offer, seeking guarantees against strikes on its energy infrastructure.
WHO:Volodymyr Zelenskyy
WHAT:Zelenskyy said Russia rejected Ukraine’s proposed Black Sea shipping truce.
WHEN:Reported Aug 23, 2026 at 4:03 AM ET
WHERE:Black Sea
WHY:Russia rejected the truce because it wanted guarantees against strikes on its energy infrastructure.
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