Zelensky, von der Leyen discuss Grain From Ukraine initiative

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has discussed the Grain from Ukraine initiative with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

According to Ukrinform, Zelensky said this on Twitter.

"Discussed the Grain from Ukraine initiative with Ursula von der Leyen. Thanked for the huge EU financial assistance, for work started on the 9th sanctions package. Noted that the price cap for Russian oil should be effective," Zelensky said.

The head of state added that both parties had also discussed cooperation on ensuring Ukraine's energy stability.

Earlier reports said that the head of the President's Office, Andriy Yermak, on the instructions of President Volodymyr Zelensky, would ensure the coordination of the implementation of the humanitarian food program Grain from Ukraine. The program envisages supplies of grain to at least five million people by the end of spring 2023.

Photo: President's Office