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

Spain and Greece Refuse to Transfer Patriot Missiles with Expiring Shelf Life to Ukraine

Politics 10/09/2026, 21:33

Greece and Spain have turned down Ukraine's requests for Patriot missiles despite expiring shelf lives amid a critical shortage of air defense capabilities.

Russian Troops Strike Warehouses Near Dnipro Twice: Nova Poshta Terminal Targeted

Incidents 10/09/2026, 21:23

On the evening of October 9, Russian troops twice attacked warehouses near Dnipro, causing a massive fire. According to local channels and the RMA, a Nova Poshta terminal was targeted.

After Nations League failure: Turkey national team dismisses head coach Vincenzo Montella

Sports 10/09/2026, 20:59

The Turkish Football Federation has officially fired Vincenzo Montella as head coach of the national team following a poor 2026 World Cup and Nations League failure.

How Ukraine Will Cut Power on October 10: Regional Schedules

Economy 10/09/2026, 20:49

Hourly power outage schedules are introduced across several Ukrainian regions on October 10 due to the consequences of Russian shelling.

Trump Administration Hits ICC with Tough Sanctions Following Nobel Prize for Former Judge

Politics 10/09/2026, 20:29

The US has imposed strict sanctions against the International Criminal Court, banning operations and cutting resources amid disputes over jurisdiction and a Nobel Prize.

Rubio's Statement on Ukraine Negotiation Impasse Misunderstood, Says Congressman Crenshaw

Politics 10/09/2026, 20:15

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's comments on the impasse in Ukraine talks were misinterpreted, says Congressman Dan Crenshaw. He noted it is just an assessment of the frontline.

Not Due to Electricity Shortage: Ukrenergo Explains the Real Reasons for Power Outages

Economy 10/09/2026, 19:59

Ukrenergo explained that current power outages in Ukraine are caused by damage to backbone grids from enemy strikes, rather than an overall capacity deficit.

Cooling is coming to Ukraine, but without severe frosts: up-to-date forecast from meteorologists

Politics 10/09/2026, 17:30

A gradual cooling with rains and moderate temperature fluctuations is expected in Ukraine, but meteorologists do not forecast severe frosts yet.

Voluminous curls instead of signature braid: Yulia Tymoshenko surprises with new court look

Politics 10/09/2026, 17:32

Batkivshyna party leader Yulia Tymoshenko appeared at the High Anti-Corruption Court in a new image, replacing her signature braid with voluminous curls.

Reasons behind water supply disruptions in Kyiv: KMDA explanation

Politics 10/09/2026, 17:21

KMDA explained the reasons for water supply disruptions in Kyiv amidst power outages. The city lacks powerful power plants despite installing hundreds of generators.

Kyiv's Winter Preparations to Resume: Government Partially Unlocks City Funds

Politics 10/09/2026, 17:00

The government has partially unfrozen Kyiv's treasury accounts, allowing the city to resume engineering network preparations and Energy Resilience Plan projects for winter.

Kremlin Announces Upcoming Phone Call Between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump

Politics 10/09/2026, 16:17

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov announced a possible telephone conversation between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump and confirmed plans for US negotiators to visit Moscow.

Ukrainian player's Premier League club unexpectedly put up for sale: official statement

Sports 10/09/2026, 15:18

American investment group The Friedkin Group has put up for sale football club Everton, featuring Ukrainian Vitaliy Mykolenko.

UZ Freight Tariff Hike Amid Port Blockade Will Worsen Economic Crisis, Says GMK Center

Economy 10/09/2026, 14:53

Raising Ukrzaliznytsia's tariffs amid port blockades threatens to collapse the economy and MMC, GMK Center warns, urging a cancellation and a moratorium.

BC Volyn strengthens squad with experienced American point guard

Sports 10/09/2026, 14:31

BC Volyn has signed 27-year-old American point guard Braxton Lavings. The player previously performed for Kryvbas and Zaporizhzhia in the Ukrainian Superleague.

Heating Season in Kyiv: Start Dates and Infrastructure Readiness for Winter 2026/27

Politics 10/09/2026, 12:48

Kyiv is ready for the 2026/27 heating season, though the start date depends on weather, safety, and resource efficiency. Social facilities are prioritized.

2026 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Announced: South African Human Rights Activist Navi Pillay Wins

Politics 10/09/2026, 12:23

The Norwegian Nobel Committee has awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to South African human rights activist Navi Pillay for promoting international law and peace.

Occupants Illegally Deport 25 Civilians, Including Children, from Kharkiv Region

Incidents 10/09/2026, 12:11

Russian military forces illegally removed 25 civilians, including children, from the occupied Kharkiv region. The Ombudsman qualifies this as deportation and demands UN and ICRC intervention.

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