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Ukraine Forces Israeli Grain Ship Out, EU Considers Sanctions

4/30/2026

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Ukraine’s diplomatic pressure forced the Panama-flagged bulk carrier Panormitis to leave Haifa Bay without unloading.
President Volodymyr Zelensky said Israel’s purchase of grain stolen by Russia violates Israeli law.
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha summoned Israel’s ambassador and warned that continued imports could damage bilateral relations.
The European Union said it is reviewing the reports and may sanction individuals who enabled the shipment of stolen Ukrainian grain to Israel.

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Ukraine’s diplomatic pressure forced the Panama-flagged bulk carrier Panormitis to leave Haifa Bay without unloading.
President Volodymyr Zelensky said Israel’s purchase of grain stolen by Russia violates Israeli law.
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha summoned Israel’s ambassador and warned that continued imports could damage bilateral relations.
The European Union said it is reviewing the reports and may sanction individuals who enabled the shipment of stolen Ukrainian grain to Israel.