The United States is trying to get Russia and Ukraine to stop fighting in the Black Sea, a crucial trade route for Russian and Ukrainian food exports. Over the past week, the United States has held separate negotiations with Russia and Ukraine in an attempt to stop fighting in the Black Sea,

Moscow and Kyiv admit they have doubts about the limits of military operations in a key area for both their economies

It remains unclear if the commitments to stop attacks and ensure safe shipping in the Black Sea, which came with many caveats, would happen soon.