"Putin and Erdogan discuss Russian grain deal in phone call"

Russian President Vladimir Putin has informed Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan that Russia is willing to rejoin the Black Sea grain deal once the West fulfills its obligations regarding Russia's own grain exports. The deal, brokered by Turkey and the United Nations, allowed for the safe export of grain from Ukraine's Black Sea ports. Russia exited the deal last month, accusing the West of hindering its grain and fertilizer exports. Both leaders emphasized the importance of avoiding actions that could jeopardize the resumption of the deal, with Putin agreeing to visit Turkey in the near future.