Russian Ambassador to the United States Anatoly Antonov. File photoWASHINGTON, Jun 17 Sanctions exemptions for exports of food and fertilizer from Russia are «illusory» because, in fact, intimidated Western institutions refuse any cooperation, said Russian Ambassador to the United States Anatoly Antonov. He once again denied accusations of Russia's involvement in the global food crisis and called on the United States to cooperate to overcome it. possible penalties for restriction violations, refuse any cooperation,” the ambassador wrote in an English-language article for the National Interest. Antonov added that the situation is complicated by anti-dumping measures applied to the supply of Russian fertilizers. situation in the field of global food security has nothing to do with in line with reality,» he said. «If Washington really wants to improve the global agricultural market, let's work together. Stop blaming Russia for all the troubles. We are ready to work together to improve the situation in all countries of the world,» the ambassador urged.
