Why is it important to allow Ukraine to send grain during the war from Russia?

LONDON — Agreements reached by the United Nations and Turkey with Ukraine and Russia to allow the transport of food and fertilizer from warring nations to parts of the world where millions of people are starving have eased concerns about global food security. But they face increasing risks. Moscow has stepped up its rhetoric, saying it will not extend the deal, which expires on Monday, unless its demands are met, including ensuring its own agricultural shipments do not face obstacles. The Black Sea Grains Initiative has allowed 32.8 million tons of food to be exported from Ukraine since last August, more than half to developing countries, including those receiving aid from the World Food Program. The good news is that some analysts do not foresee a lasting rise in the cost of global food commodities like wheat, because there is enough grain in the world to go around. But many countries are already struggling with high local food prices, which are contributing to hunger. Here's a ...