"The termination of the Black Sea Grain Initiative will entail a range of consequences, including rising global food prices, famine in some regions and new waves of migration. We will not hesitate to take the initiative to prevent this … Western countries should also take action on this issue," Erdogan told reporters.
Possible Future Talks on Grain Deal
Erdogan added that he expects to hold talks on the grain deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the near future.
"We maintain relations with Russia ... Together with the negotiations, we hope to bring this issue [of the grain deal] to a certain point with Putin in the very near future," Erdogan stressed.
Erdogan added that he had discussed the planned visit of Putin to Turkiye, noting that he expects the grain deal to be resumed after the meeting.
"If Putin's visit scheduled for August takes place, we will discuss these issues in detail. I believe that we will ensure the continuation of the implementation of the Black Sea Grain Initiative without delaying this process," Erdogan said.
Moscow has certain expectations in connection with the grain deal, Erdogan said, adding that he expects to discuss them with Putin.