A Russian missile has struck a civilian vessel carrying grain from Ukraine in the Black Sea, an attack confirmed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. The ship, en route to Egypt, was outside Ukrainian waters when it was hit, marking a significant escalation in the conflict's impact on global food security and freedom of navigation. According to Zelenskiy, there were fortunately no casualties reported from the incident. This strike represents the first attack on a commercial vessel since Ukraine managed to secure a shipping route for its grain exports last year, amidst ongoing conflict. Over 5,000 ships have utilized this maritime corridor, highlighting its importance for Ukraine's agricultural exports and global food supply chains.
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