What President Ruto discussed with Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky on phone

President William Ruto on Thursday, January 12 had a phone call conversation with his Ukraine counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky.

Although President Ruto has not revealed the details of the conversation with the leader of a country that is currently experiencing a Russian invasion, the latter has.

On Thursday evening, Zelensky said that the conversation was fruitful.

He thanked President Ruto for Kenya's support of Ukraine through its seat at the United Nations Security Council. He also lauded Kenya-Ukraine "constructive" cooperation over the years.

"We discussed #GrainfromUkraine initiative, food security and creation of grain hubs in Africa. Agreed to enhance cooperation!" Zelensky said.

Grain from Ukraine humanitarian food program was initiated by President Zelensky. As part of this program, partner states purchase Ukrainian-produced grain and send it to the countries facing a humanitarian crisis. The program is implemented in partnership with the UN World Food Programme.