Ukraine to Supply Humanitarian Aid to Syria

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced plans to supply humanitarian aid, specifically grain, flour, and oil, to Syria following the fall of President Bashar al-Assad's regime. Zelensky emphasized the importance of preventing a food crisis in Syria and indicated that his government would coordinate with international organizations to establish food supply routes as part of the 'Grain from Ukraine' initiative. This initiative comes as Syria has faced food supply disruptions after relying heavily on Russian wheat imports, which have been suspended due to payment delays and uncertainties. Ukraine, one of the world's largest grain exporters, aims to fill this gap despite challenges posed by its ongoing conflict with Russia. The war has severely impacted Ukraine's infrastructure and shipping capabilities, but the country has managed to revive exports from southern ports like Odesa. Zelensky's commitment reflects Ukraine's strategic role in global food security amid the ongoing crisis.