Andrey Kosynko

Andrey Kosynko

World Affairs, Politics and Sports Columnist
4422 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

Donald Trump at the microphone, changing strategy towards Iran before elections

From 'Unprecedented Strike' to Economic Pressure: Trump Shifts Iran Strategy Ahead of Elections

Politics 08/11/2026, 02:39
🇺🇸 **Trump shifts Iran strategy:** instead of an 'unprecedented strike' — economic pressure. 📉 **Reasons:** • Oil prices falling to $80/barrel reduce risks for the U.S. • Support for war is dropping ahead of the November 3 elections. • Gulf allies fear escalation. 🇮🇷 **Iran's Position:** Tehran demands the lifting of sanctions and port blockades, citing the memorandum from June 2026. 🤝 **Outlook:** Experts see an 'impasse' — both sides are waiting for concessions. The military option is being postponed in favor of an economic blockade.
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan against the Turkish flag, symbolizing the historic step toward peace after 40 years of conflict with the PKK

Historic Turning Point: Turkish Parliament Passes Law to End 40-Year Conflict with PKK

Politics 08/11/2026, 02:17
🇹🇷 Turkey takes a historic step: parliament passes law to end 40-year conflict with PKK. The document provides amnesty for 3,500 fighters who surrender weapons, but does not cover PKK founder Abdullah Öcalan. Nationalist leader Bahçeli supported Erdoğan's initiative, however, Kurds call Öcalan's release the main condition for peace. #Turkey #PKK #Politics #PeaceProcess
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Russian S-400 Triumf air defense system on a training ground: the air defense system attacked by Ukraine in Gelendzhik

Ukraine destroys key air defense nodes near Putin's 'palace' in Gelendzhik: attack details and consequences analysis

Politics 08/10/2026, 18:33
🚨 Ukraine destroys key air defense nodes near Putin's 'palace' in Gelendzhik! 🇺🇦 ✅ 'Volna Kupal Garant' EW system and S-400 launcher destroyed. ✅ Satellite images confirm the strikes. ✅ The 17,700 sq. m. object is now unprotected. 🔍 Contradictions: Russia remains silent, but satellites speak for themselves. #Ukraine #Gelendzhik #S400 #AirDefense #AFU
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Ukrainian hryvnia banknotes against the Ukrainian flag — symbol of state support for business amid war risks

The State Assumes the Risks: Major Expansion of the Military Risk Insurance Program for Business

Economy 08/10/2026, 18:28
🇺🇦 The Ukrainian government is expanding the military risk insurance program for businesses. Kyiv and the Kyiv region, as well as leased property and agricultural machinery, will now be covered. The premium compensation limit has increased to 5 million UAH. Large businesses are demanding an increase in the coverage limit to 100 million UAH. The transfer of state warehouses to affected companies is also being considered. #Ukraine #Business #Insurance #War
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Polesye player in maroon kit dribbles past a fallen Kharkiv opponent during their crushing victory in Zhytomyr

Polesye crushes Kharkiv in Zhytomyr: three goals in four minutes and leadership in the UPL

Sports 08/10/2026, 17:32
🔥 Polesye crushes Kharkiv (3:1) in Round 2 of the UPL! 🇺🇦 The Zhytomyr team, led by Ruslan Rotan, showed their class at the "Central" stadium. ⚽️ 📊 Goals: Andrievskyi, Chobotenko, Bragaru — Itodo. 🚀 Three goals in 4 minutes in the 2nd half decided the match! Polesye is the sole leader of the UPL with 6 points! 🏆 #UPL #Polesye #Kharkiv #Football #Sport
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DTEK energy workers restoring a damaged transformer at a substation after shelling

Restoration under fire: how DTEK restored power to over 1.2 million households in a week

Incidents 08/10/2026, 17:12
⚡️ <strong>DTEK energy workers restored power to 1.2 million households in a week</strong> In one week (August 3-9), 436 settlements were restored: 📍 Donetsk region: 774,300 households 📍 Odesa region: 227,800 households 📍 Dnipropetrovsk region: 206,600 households Over six months, 240 energy facilities have been restored. Work is being carried out under fire.
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Upward currency exchange rate graph, stacks of hryvnias and dollars, wallet with cash and payment terminal — illustration of dollar and euro price increase per NBU rates on August 11, 2026

Dollar and Euro Rise Again: NBU Updates Exchange Rates for August 11, 2026

Economy 08/10/2026, 16:54
📈 NBU updated exchange rates for August 11, 2026: dollar and euro rise again. 💵 US Dollar: 44.83 UAH (+0.08 UAH) 💶 Euro: 51.78 UAH (+0.17 UAH) Experts link the growth to a decline in exports due to attacks on ships, but note that the situation is stabilized by international financial aid. There is currently no threat to exchange rate stability. #Economy #NBU #ExchangeRates #Hryvnia
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Back of a woman in military uniform with braids, symbolizing the topic of female mobilization refuted by NSDC

Panic over a petition: NSDC refutes rumors of women's mobilization in August 2026

Politics 08/10/2026, 15:41
🚨 A dispute has erupted online over a petition regarding the mobilization of women without children. The author proposes equating the duties of men and women, but the NSDC has already refuted the rumors: "No female mobilization is planned." 📉 Petition No. 41/010515-26ep was registered on August 10, 2026. Currently, it has gathered only a few votes out of the 25,000 required. 🛡️ Andrii Kovalenko (CCD at the NSDC) called for not spreading panic. Women can serve only voluntarily. Only medical professionals are required to be on the registry, but even their conscription is not compulsory. 🔍 Read the full analysis of the situation in our article.
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Polina Dzerozhinska in blue athletic gear with Ukrainian flag and Puma logo at the World U20 Championships in Eugene, where she set three records and entered the world top-5

Three records in one evening: Polina Dzerozhinska breaks into the world top-5 at the U20 World Championships in Eugene

Sports 08/10/2026, 14:47
🇺🇦 Polina Dzerozhinska — in the world top-5! 🥇 17-year-old Ukrainian hammer thrower showed an incredible performance at the U20 World Championships in Eugene (USA). In one evening, she broke her personal record three times, overcoming the 67-meter mark for the first time! 🏅 Final results: 🥇 Clara Ghegemann (Germany) — 68.99 m 🥈 Pinja Kärkky (Finland) — 68.51 m 🥉 Nova Kinast (Germany) — 67.89 m 5️⃣ Polina Dzerozhinska (Ukraine) — 67.01 m The Ukrainian national team finished the World Championships with one medal — silver for Olga Belchenko in the pole vault. #Sports #Athletics #Ukraine #WorldChampionships #PolinaDzerozhinska
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Ukrainian rhythmic gymnast in a black costume with a Ukrainian flag on her arm performs an exercise with clubs at the World Championships

Sensation before the start: Ukraine's absolute champion Ikan excluded from the World Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships roster

Sports 08/12/2026, 02:37
🇺🇦 SCANDAL IN THE NATIONAL TEAM: Days before the start of the WC-2026 in Frankfurt, Ukraine's absolute champion Anastasia Ikan was crossed off the rhythmic gymnastics team roster. 🔻 The 19-year-old from Kharkiv was supposed to make her debut at the World Championships, but she was replaced by Polina Karika. 🔹 The leader remains Taisiya Onofriychuk. 🤔 The reasons for the replacement have not been officially announced. #RhythmicGymnastics #WC2026 #UkraineSports
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Ukrainian girl with flag painted on face shouting in support of the army, reflecting 2026 public sentiment

Army vs. Politicians: Trust Ratings in Ukraine 2026 and Public Stance on Donbas

Politics 08/10/2026, 14:06
🇺🇦 **New KIIS Poll: Army Takes the Lead in Trust Ratings** In August 2026, Ukrainians trust the military more than politicians. The rating leader is Valeriy Zaluzhny (66%), followed by Mykhailo Fedorov (63%). 📉 **Zelenskyy** takes 4th place (56% trust). 📉 **Poroshenko** closes the list with a record-low rating (20% trust, 76% distrust). 🛡️ **Key Takeaway:** 60% of Ukrainians are categorically against handing over Donbas to Russia. In Kyiv, readiness for concessions has dropped to 26%. #Ukraine #Poll #Zaluzhny #Zelenskyy #KIIS #Donbas
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