Andrey Kosynko

World Affairs, Politics and Sports Columnist

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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.

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Articles

"Even Moscow has a shortage": Polish MFA trolls Russia over diesel deal with US

Politics 10/10/2026, 15:03

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski mocked the US-Russia diesel deal amid fuel shortages in Moscow and widespread damage to Russian refineries.

Svitolina and Kostyuk Learn Their Opponents in Wuhan: All Matches of Ukrainian Players at WTA 1000

Sports 10/10/2026, 14:33

Seven Ukrainian players learned their opponents for the WTA 1000 tournament in Wuhan, running October 12-18, 2026. Elina Svitolina and Marta Kostyuk start in the second round.

AFU Again Strike Russia's Largest Oil Storage Facility in Europe in Samara Region

Incidents 10/10/2026, 14:17

The Ukrainian military repeatedly attacked Europe's largest oil storage facility, LPDS Samara in Russia, where four tanks were previously destroyed.

Medical Facility Burning in Kharkiv After Russian Drone Attack, One Wounded

Incidents 10/10/2026, 12:40

On October 10, 2026, Russian drones attacked Kharkiv. In the Slobidskyi district, a drone hit a medical facility, causing a fire and injuring a person.

"I increasingly realize how important it is to appreciate this": Dynamo player shares details of life outside football

Sports 10/10/2026, 11:59

Dynamo Kyiv winger Vladyslav Kabayev shared photos of life in Kyiv and reflections on the importance of appreciating simple moments during the war.

Shopping under shelling: how residents of Kharkiv, Kyiv, Odesa, and Lviv have adapted

Economy 10/10/2026, 11:05

A Gradus study shows how residents of Kharkiv, Kyiv, Odesa, and Lviv have adapted their shopping habits to constant shelling and air raid alerts.

Ukraine Will Continue Burning Russian Refineries Despite US-Russia Diesel Agreement, FT Reports

Politics 10/10/2026, 10:41

Ukraine will continue drone strikes on Russian refineries despite the US-Russia diesel deal concluded on October 9, 2026, defying Washington's pressure.

80s Windbreaker and Opera Coat: Stylist Markovska Names Items That Add Age

Politics 10/10/2026, 09:41

Stylist Yana Markovska named trendy items that visually age a person and explained how to properly combine them in modern looks.

Dniester Reaches Historical Minimum: Where Water Supply Issues May Arise in Ukraine

Incidents 10/10/2026, 08:47

The Dniester Reservoir recorded a historical minimum water inflow in October 2026, dropping to 11% of normal levels. Khotyn and Kamianets-Podilskyi face potential shortages.

IDPs Receive Assistance for New Period in October: Key Changes and Rules

Economy 10/10/2026, 08:14

In October 2026, Ukrainian IDPs receive financial assistance under a new six-month period. Payment amounts remain the same, but income check rules apply.

Pension Supplements in Ukraine: Which Payments Can Be Received Simultaneously

Economy 10/10/2026, 06:33

Ukrainian pensioners can receive several pension supplements simultaneously, including allowances for veteran status, care, and children under 18, though some payments are mutually exclusive.

Only for an Energy Truce: Zelensky Names Condition for Diesel Deal with Russia

Politics 10/10/2026, 04:29

Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine will support easing US sanctions against Russia only in exchange for a winter energy truce and halting refinery strikes.

Ukraine Supports the International Criminal Court Amid Intense US Sanctions Pressure

Politics 10/10/2026, 02:02

Ukraine declared its support for the International Criminal Court amid US sanctions, emphasizing its importance for holding Russia accountable.

Ukraine Will Not Stop Striking Russian Refineries Without Energy Truce, Source Says

Politics 10/10/2026, 00:16

Ukraine will continue striking Russian refineries until a comprehensive energy truce is reached. This statement follows the US temporary lifting of sanctions on Russian diesel exports.

Kyiv to Speed Up Installation of Additional Power Sources, Says Shmyhal

Economy 10/09/2026, 23:10

Kyiv will accelerate the installation of distributed generation to protect the power grid. Prime Minister Shmyhal reported a critical situation due to grid strikes.

Antonina Khyzhniak, Sasha Ganapolska and Other Stars Help 30 Cats and Dogs Find Families

Politics 10/09/2026, 22:55

Pethouse and Gostomel Shelter have launched the AdoptMe Days online project, where prominent Ukrainian artists and bloggers help rehome 30 stray animals.

Sanctions Suspended: Trump and Putin Reach Deal on Russian Diesel Supplies to Global Market

Economy 10/09/2026, 22:14

The US is temporarily exempting Russian diesel supplies to the global market from sanctions following talks between Trump and Putin. Millions of tons of fuel are expected.

Military TCC Officer Injures Elderly Woman in Kharkiv: Details of the Incident and Recruitment Office's Response

Incidents 10/09/2026, 22:03

An elderly woman was injured in Kharkiv during a conflict involving TCC officers. Law enforcement officers opened criminal proceedings, and the recruitment office ordered an inspection.

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