The United Nations said no inspections were made under the scope of the grain deal on Tuesday, as Russia, Türkiye and Ukraine needed more time to reach an agreement on operational priorities.
"We urge all stakeholders meet their responsibilities and ensure vessels continue to move smoothly and safely in the interest of global food security," U.N. spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said in a statement, adding that there are currently 50 vessels waiting to move to Ukrainian ports.
All ships are inspected by officials from Russia, Ukraine, Türkiye and the UN in waters near Türkiye on the way in and out of Ukraine. Official online data suggested no ships were inspected on Tuesday.
"The global humanitarian benefits of the initiative are evident and are not limited to exports to specific low-income countries. It is in everyone's interest to keep it going," Dujarric said.
The deal - initially brokered last July - was renewed last month for at least 60 days, which amounhs to half the intended period.
