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Russian forces strike targets in Ukraine's Odesa, Mykolaiv ports

Russia said on Saturday its forces had struck fuel storage facilities in the Ukrainian port of Odesa and a tugboat used by the Ukrainian military in Mykolaiv. Russia and Ukraine have intensified attacks in recent weeks on Black Sea shipping routes, rattling global grain markets.

France 24

Fears of wheat price surge amid Ukraine-Russia clashes in the Black Sea

Intensifying clashes between Ukraine and Russia in the Black Sea are threatening a crucial trade artery responsible for nearly a third of the world's wheat supply, stoking fears of soaring prices and shortages.

Radio France Internationale

Russia hits Ukraine military cargo vessel near Odesa as Kyiv targets oil refinery

Russia claimed striking a vessel near Odesa carrying military cargo. Ukraine reported hitting Russia's Volgograd oil refinery and port infrastructure. Both nations are increasingly targeting logistics and supply chains. This escalation highlights the Black Sea's crucial role in the ongoing conflict. Ukraine also continues its campaign against Russian logistics targets.

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Wheat Bears Pushing Back on Friday Morning

Wheat is giving back some of the Thursday gains so far on Friday. The wheat complex posted gains across the three exchanges on Thursday, following increased Black Sea tensions. Chicago SRW contracts were 2 ¾ to 7 ½ cents higher at the close. Open interest was down 6,949 contracts, suggesting...

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Wheat Fades Off Thursday Strength into the Close

The wheat complex posted gains across the three exchanges on Thursday, following increased Black Sea tensions. Chicago SRW contracts were 2 ¾ to 7 ½ cents higher at the close. KC HRW futures were 5 1/4 to 8 1/2 cents in the green on the day. MPLS spring wheat was...

Barchart

What Caused Wheat to Spike? Will it Pull Corn and Soybeans Along for the Ride?

In today's interview on Markets Now, I discussed how Black Sea export disruptions, Midwest weather forecasts, macroeconomic uncertainty around the Federal Reserve, and resilient cattle fundamentals are driving current agricultural and financial markets.

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Jaishankar tells Ukraine attacks on Indian seafarers are unacceptable

India unequivocally condemned attacks on commercial shipping and Indian seafarers in the Black Sea. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar conveyed this stance to his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha. The conversation followed the killing of an Indian seafarer in a recent Black Sea vessel attack. Ukraine urged India to play an…

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Wheat Rallying Early on Thursday Amid More Black Sea Strikes

Wheat is trading with contracts posting early double digit gains across most contracts. The wheat complex posted mostly lower trade on Wednesday with the spring wheat contracts holding higher. Chicago SRW contracts were lower on the midweek session with losses of 1 1/2 to 3 1/2 cents. Open interest was...

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India seeks sunflower oil alternatives on Black Sea disruptions

India is rushing to secure alternative edible oil supplies as Black Sea attacks disrupt sunflower oil shipments from Russia and Ukraine, causing delays and higher prices. Importers are increasing purchases from Argentina and switching to palm, soy and canola oils.

The Economic Times

India issues Black Sea advisory after deadly strikes off Ukraine, calling maritime corridor ‘highly volatile’

Five Indians have been killed in a week of increasing Russian and Ukrainian strikes

The Independent UK

Shipping authority asks Indian seafarers to assess security situation before taking up jobs in conflict zones

The Directorate General of Maritime Administration issued a strong caution for vessels operating in the Black Sea. This advisory follows recent attacks that tragically claimed the lives of five Indian seafarers. Indian flagged and foreign vessels with Indian crew must now conduct thorough risk assessments. Attacks on commercial vessels have…

The Economic Times

Two Indians safe, two missing after attack on Ukraine's Odesa port

Two Indian crew members remain unaccounted for after their ship was struck in Odesa. The Indian Embassy in Kyiv is actively coordinating with local authorities for their status. Search and rescue operations are currently in progress for the missing sailors. This incident follows a recent advisory warning Indian seafarers about…

The Economic Times

Wheat Pulling Off Early Lows, but Still Under Pressure on Friday

The wheat complex is facing pressure from money coming off the table into the weekend following Black Sea news. Chicago SRW contracts are down 18 to 20 cents at midday. KC HRW futures are down 17 to 18 cents on the day. MPLS spring wheat are falling back 17 to...

Barchart

Oil set for weekly rise amid Red Sea shipping attacks, Kazakhstan output cuts

Oil prices are poised for weekly gains amid Red Sea shipping concerns. Houthi attacks on tankers have raised fears about a key shipping route. Kazakhstan has also temporarily reduced oil output after drone attacks. Its main Black Sea export terminal faced a temporary closure. These disruptions are tightening global energy…

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The Independent UK

Sailor dies after Ukraine-bound gas tanker ‘struck by drones’ in Black Sea

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India urges caution for ships entering Black Sea

India issued a security warning for ships in the Black Sea region. This advisory follows a recent Russian attack that killed four Indian nationals. The maritime authority urged extreme caution and risk assessments for voyages. Several other attacks involving Indian seafarers have occurred since April. India is a major contributor…

The Independent UK

A sailor dies after a Ukraine-bound tanker catches fire off Romania as officials probe war link

A sailor injured when a Ukraine-bound tanker ship caught fire off Romania’s Black Sea coast has died, Romanian media reported Thursday

Barchart

Wheat Rallying on Wednesday Following Black Sea Export Limitations

The wheat complex is posting a sharp rally on Wednesday with support from the Black Sea conflict. Chicago SRW contracts are 25 to 27 cents higher is most contracts on Wednesday. KC HRW futures are leading the rally on Wednesday, up 29 to 31 cents. MPLS spring is posting 20...

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Foreign Minister S Jaishankar conveys to Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov India's concerns over safety of Indian seafarers

India's External Affairs Minister conveyed concerns to Russia regarding seafarer safety. This discussion occurred after four Indian crew members died in a Black Sea attack. The ministers also addressed trade, investment, and energy security issues. India previously summoned Russia's charge d'affaires to express grave concerns. The attack on the merchant…

The Economic Times

Wheat rises, near two-year high on Black Sea supply woes

The most-active wheat contract on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) rose 0.2% to $6.83-3/4 a bushel by 0327 GMT, trading close to Friday's highest since June 2024.

Euronews

Four drone strikes in four days hit tankers carrying Kazakhstan's oil

Drone attacks on vessels in the Black Sea tasked with transporting Kazakhstan's oil persisted for multiple days, with Astana condemning the strikes. The CPC route carries around 80% of Kazakhstan's oil exports and more than 1% of global supply.

The Times of India

Caspian Pipeline Consortium: Oil loadings halted after tanker attack at Black Sea terminal

Oil loadings at a Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) terminal off Russia's Black Sea coast were suspended on Sunday after two oil tankers were attacked during loading operations, with one vessel catching fire, the company said.

The Economic Times

Wheat fluctuates as traders weigh Black Sea risks, US exports

Wheat prices fluctuated after reaching a two-year high on Black Sea supply risks. Traders weighed these concerns against weak United States export data released recently. Russia and Ukraine's grain export corridor attacks threaten global food supplies significantly.

France 24

EU seals deal with Ukraine to scale up drone production

Ukraine and the European Union have signed a "drone deal" to combine Kyiv's expertise with Europe's industrial capacity to boost production, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen announced on Wednesday. Her visit comes as Russian strikes killed six people and wounded at least 20 across Ukraine, according to regional…

The Independent UK

Russia attacks civilian vessel near Ukraine’s Black Sea port of Odesa

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