Russia has repeatedly threatened to pull out of the wartime export agreement, which has helped stabilize global grain prices and avert famines. The latest deadline to renew it is midnight Monday.
Tag: Turkey
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Erdogan Says Yes, but Not So Fast, to Sweden’s NATO Bid
After voicing his support for Sweden joining NATO, President Erdogan of Turkey said Sweden needed to take more steps to win the support of his country’s parliament, which he said will not take up the matter until October.
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Turkey Wants Syrian Refugees to Go Home
Syrians in Turkey do not want to go home. They may not have the choice.
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Biden Hosts Sweden’s Prime Minister as the Nordic Nation Looks to Join NATO
President Biden backs the plan for Sweden to join the military alliance, but movement has been stalled by Turkey’s opposition.
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Burning of Quran in Stockholm Sparks Outrage in Muslim World
Sweden has been widely condemned for allowing the burning of the Muslim holy book outside a mosque on Wednesday during Eid al-Adha, a major Islamic holiday.