EU negotiates guarantees for Ukraine grain with East members

(ANSA) - BELGRADE, AUG 3 - The European Commission "closely monitors" the Ukrainian wheat situation and maintains "constant contact" with Bulgaria, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, and Romania "to find a solution" and "ensure that the grain can leave Ukraine." This was stated by a spokesperson for the EU executive in response to questions regarding the request of Eastern countries to extend the export restrictions on wheat, corn, rapeseed, and sunflower seeds from Ukraine beyond September 15 on their respective territories. "It is premature to predict what will occur after September 15th. We are aware of Poland's requests," the spokeswoman said, noting that Poland has threatened to cease wheat imports if the EU does not respond.
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