Trapped grain: Ukraine searches for ways around Black Sea shutdown

Published 2 August 2026 · europe

Russia and Ukraine have ramped up attacks in the Black Sea, prompting shipping companies to suspend trips to Ukrainian ports. The Black Sea is one

Russia and Ukraine have ramped up attacks in the Black Sea, prompting shipping companies to suspend trips to Ukrainian ports. The Black Sea is one of the world’s primary shipping routes for grain exports, and the disruption is causing ripples in the global food markets. Al Jazeera’s Audrey MacAlpine reports. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App

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