Ukraine ready for Black Sea maritime truce, Zelenskiy tells UN

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced at the United Nations that Ukraine is ready for a maritime truce in the Black Sea, based on proposals from Egypt, India, and Turkey, and stated it is now Russia's turn to respond. Zelenskiy spoke at the Crimean Platform summit, where he emphasized Ukraine's willingness to ensure safe shipping and food security if Russia takes real de-escalation steps. The proposals aim to restore safe navigation for merchant shipping, as cargo movements have nearly halted due to attacks on ships and port infrastructure. Global wheat prices have soared as major importers in Asia, the Middle East, and Africa struggle to secure supplies. The Kremlin has not publicly backed the proposals, though US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reported both sides expressed interest in a limited ceasefire involving grain and energy.