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Russia seeks sanctions exemptions for state bank in Ukraine grain deal talks - sources

13 Sept 03:41 Key points summarised by AI

Russia demands Western sanctions relief for its state agriculture lender, Rosselkhozbank, to ensure smooth processing of payments for Russian grain and fertilizer exports.
This demand is a key condition in ongoing talks to extend the Black Sea grain deal, which facilitates food shipments from Ukraine.
Moscow argues current sanctions on the bank impede its ability to handle international payments, despite food and fertilizer being exempt from direct sanctions.
The UN is actively engaging with the EU and other parties to explore solutions, including facilitating payments through Rosselkhozbank, to remove obstacles to Russian food and fertilizer reaching global markets.
Should the request be granted, Rosselkhozbank's role in the international grain trade would significantly expand, impacting global food supply chains.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.