Andrey Kosynko

Andrey Kosynko

World Affairs, Politics and Sports Columnist
4426 articles
International PoliticsShipping and LogisticsMaritime TopicsFootball

Graduated from the maritime academy and spent most of his life on voyages. He has seen ports all over the world, so he judges global events not from the TV: he knows what sanctions, wars, and fuel prices look like from the deck and from a port city.

He writes about international politics, economics and logistics, shipping, and maritime incidents. In his free time, he is an avid fan, so he regularly writes about football as well.

Articles

Andriy Bobkin, head coach of the Ukrainian national hockey team, in front of an ice arena — key figure in the project to integrate foreign players from the USA and Canada ahead of the 2027 World Championship

Bobkin builds the 'team of the future': how Ukraine will use legionnaires from the USA and Canada ahead of the 2027 World Championship

Sports 08/12/2026, 23:55
🇺🇦 Alexander Bobkin presented the strategy for preparing the Ukrainian national team for the 2027 World Championship. The head coach plans to actively involve youth from the USA and Canada (NCAA, CHL) during the European Nations Cup stage. The list of candidates includes Paziy, Ivashchenko, Simchuk, and others. The final camp starts in April. #Hockey #Ukraine #Bobkin #WC2027
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Destroyed warehouse complex with smoke and a burnt truck, aftermath of the attack on Fozzy Group and Novus logistics infrastructure

Logistical Collapse: How Strikes on Fozzy Group and Novus Warehouses Led to Shortages on Ukrainian Store Shelves

Economy 08/12/2026, 21:22
🔥 Logistical Collapse in Ukraine: Strikes on Fozzy Group and Novus warehouses led to product shortages. After August 5, 2026, milk and cigarettes disappeared from "Silpo" and "Fozzy" stores. 100,000 sq. m of warehouses were destroyed in the Kyiv region. Manufacturers (Danone, JTI) are struggling to restructure logistics. #Ukraine #Logistics #Shortage #FozzyGroup #Novus
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Worker carrying a sack labeled 'Excelso Coffee of Colombia' amidst huge warehouse stocks, illustrating export halt due to earthquake

Colombian Coffee Under Threat: Earthquake Halts Exports and Destroys Logistics

Economy 08/12/2026, 20:42
🇨🇴 **Colombia Halts Coffee Exports Due to Earthquake** A powerful 7.4 magnitude quake destroyed roads leading to the main port of Buenaventura. Exports are paralyzed during the peak harvest season. 📉 📉 **Consequences:** • 254 fatalities, schools and hospitals destroyed. • Logistics in coffee regions (Cauca, Nariño) cut off. • Alternative Caribbean ports are overloaded and inaccessible due to lack of transport. Colombia is the world's 3rd largest coffee producer. Supply delays will inevitably impact global prices. ☕🚫
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Queue of cars at a gas station in Lipetsk region amid the introduction of 'even-odd' mode due to drone attacks and fuel shortage

Fuel Collapse: Lipetsk Region Reinstates 'Even-Odd' System Amid Drone Attacks

Incidents 08/12/2026, 20:11
⛽ The Lipetsk region is reinstating the 'even-odd' system at gas stations. Starting August 13, gasoline refueling will be limited to 30 liters, and access will depend on the vehicle number. The cause is drone strikes on refineries, which have halted 40% of capacity. Russia is importing gasoline from Belarus, but shortages persist. 🚨 #Lipetsk #Gasoline #Ukraine #Refineries
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Modern passenger train of Ukrzaliznytsia with the UZ logo on the side, ready to depart on the new Kyiv–Chisinau route to speed up airport transfer.

Direct route to the airport: Ukrzaliznytsia changes the Kyiv–Chisinau train route to speed up transfers

Economy 08/12/2026, 18:17
🚆 From August 17, the Kyiv–Chisinau train will change its route! Now the transfer to Chisinau Airport will be faster and more convenient. According to PM Koretskyi, this is the result of agreements between the governments of Ukraine and Moldova. The train, launched in December 2022, will now have a direct line to the airport. #Ukrzaliznytsia #KyivChisinau #Transport
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Freight train at a railway station in the morning fog, symbolizing export and transit between Ukraine and Moldova

50% Discount on Transit: Ukraine and Moldova Sign Historic Agreement to Save Exports

Economy 08/12/2026, 17:38
🚆 **Historic Deal: Moldova Gives Ukraine a 50% Discount on Rail Transit!** Prime Minister Serhiy Korytskyi confirmed the agreement with Chisinau. The new tariff is in effect from August 10 until the end of 2026. 🔹 This is a response to the blockade of sea routes by Russia. 🔹 Part of the "Corridors of Solidarity" plan. 🔹 Grain and fertilizer exports will receive a powerful boost. #Ukraine #Economy #Logistics #Moldova #Export
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House model and keys in hands: rent vs buy housing in 2026 according to Taras Kozak

Rent vs. Buy: Taras Kozak Outlines Conditions When Renting Is More Profitable Than a Mortgage in 2026

Economy 08/12/2026, 16:49
🏠 Rent or Buy: What is more profitable in 2026? Expert Taras Kozak revealed the conditions under which renting housing is economically justified: ✅ Mobility: Frequent moves make buying unprofitable due to transaction and renovation costs. ✅ Investments: If the return on capital is higher than the cost of rent, it is better to invest than to buy. ✅ Hidden costs: The owner pays taxes and spends on repairs, which is not the case with renting. 💰 A mortgage is profitable if the payment is lower than rent, but it is safer to spend no more than 30% of income on housing. #realestate #mortgage #rent #finance #XAB
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Shahed-136 suicide drone (Geran-2) flying above clouds, illustrating the scale of Russian drone stockpiles

GUR assesses 'Geran' stockpiles: Russia has accumulated 6,200 drones for mass strikes

Politics 08/12/2026, 16:16
🚨 <b>GUR: Russia has accumulated 6,200 'Geran' drones</b> Ukrainian intelligence has assessed the enemy's UAV stockpiles as of August 2026: 🔹 <b>Reserve:</b> ~6,200 units. 🔹 <b>Production:</b> ~3,000 modified drones per month. 🔹 <b>Tactics:</b> Alternating accumulation and mass waves (up to 1,000 UAVs at once). 🔹 <b>Record:</b> 1,600 drones in a single raid (May 2026). Full breakdown of tactics and figures — in the material.
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