'Oh, that day was wheat, now it's grain. I hope there is no problem with the supply of rice.'
The issue of the global food chain is haunting the market again with the suspension of Russia's participation in the Grain Export Agreement managed by the United Nations (UN) triggering a surge in prices.
The decision was announced by the Russian Ministry of Defense after Ukraine was found to be involved in a drone attack on the city of Crimea a few days ago.
According to Moscow's official statement, the suspension of participation from the grain export agreement was made after taking into account the violent actions of the Kyiv regime with their drone attacks.
In addition, Britain's involvement on 29 October of the Black Sea Fleet and civilian vessels involved in the security of the grain corridor resulted in the decision to withdraw for an 'indefinite period of time'.
The Ukrainian government responded to the suspension by saying Russia's actions were "blackmailing" world order.
According to the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Andrii Yermak, Mocsow previously threatened the world by blocking energy channels and nuclear threats, but now with food as well.
Also responding was the United Kingdom (UK) which denied its involvement with Ukraine in the drone attack on Crimea and described the charge as a 'false claim of an epic scale'.
In the meantime, Russia and Ukraine have signed an agreement that created a safe export route managed by the UN with Turkey last July.
It is well known that Ukraine is a major recipient of Russian grain and that the agreement is headed for an expiration date next month.
It is understood that Moscow officials doubt Russia's continued involvement in the deal.
