Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov noted that “Egypt and Russia have serious agreements on many regional and global issues.” He expressed hope “for the success of the grain export agreement that was signed in Istanbul”, explaining that “the removal of mines from the Black Sea is one of the factors for the success of grain exports from Ukraine.”

At a joint press conference with his Egyptian counterpart, Sameh Shukri, he called for “a direct dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians based on a two-state solution,” noting that “the food crisis began after the outbreak of the coronavirus.” virus due to the mistakes of Western countries.” “We are waiting for the UN Secretary General to fulfill his obligations on the export of Russian grain,” he stressed. He added: “We discussed the situation in Libya and the need to support the UN mission.”

Lavrov explained that “Moscow does not demand the lifting of sanctions, but regarding the issue of food, the West must eliminate the problems it has created,” noting that “Western countries prevent Russian ships from entering foreign ports, and this plays a role in connection with the food crisis.” “The ball is now on the side of the Zelensky regime, whether to negotiate or continue the military operation, which is not in the interests of the Ukrainian people,” he stressed.