Andrey Kosynko

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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New modern tram with bright design in Kamianske, people inspecting the vehicle as part of fleet renewal funded by Metinvest investments

New trams in Kamianske: «Metinvest» invests 50 million UAH in fleet modernization

Economy 08/06/2026, 13:17
🚋 Tram fleet modernization has started in Kamianske. «Metinvest» allocated 50 million UAH for the purchase of 17 new cars produced by «Tatra-Yug». 🇺🇦 The first car has already arrived in the city. By the end of the year, another 6 are expected, and in the next year — 11. ♿ New trams are equipped with air conditioners and ramps for people with reduced mobility. By 2027, the fleet will be updated by 85%.
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Dillon Brooks in a Phoenix Suns jersey with number 3 on the court during a game

Dillon Brooks Extends Contract with Phoenix Suns for $73 Million: Team Strategy and Forward's Record Season

Sports 08/06/2026, 11:37
🏀 Dillon Brooks extends contract with Phoenix Suns! 📝 Deal Terms: • Duration: 3 years • Amount: $73 million • Until season: 2029/30 🔥 Why it matters: The Canadian had his best season in his career (20.2 points per game on average). Thanks to his defense, Phoenix rose from 27th to 9th place in the defensive rankings. 🤝 Owner Mat Ishbia is willing to pay the luxury tax to keep the leader. The club also strengthened with Miles Bridges and Luka Kennard. #NBA #PhoenixSuns #DillonBrooks #Sports
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SBU officers detain suspect in illegal enrichment and bribery case — Commander of Air Force Logistics of Ukraine

New charges for the Commander of Air Force Logistics: Illegal enrichment of 20 million UAH and a bribery case for concealing embezzlement

Politics 08/06/2026, 10:10
🚨 New high-profile case in the AFU: The Commander of Air Force Logistics, Andrii Ukrainskyi, has been charged with illegal enrichment of 20 million UAH. 🔍 Investigation details: — Assets are registered to relatives, but the actual owner is the officer. — Previously (in February), he was arrested for a $320,000 bribe for concealing the embezzlement of 1.4 billion UAH. — Prosecutor General Kravchenko: «Defense is not a place for enrichment». ⚖️ Bail of 21 million UAH is required. The case exacerbates the corruption scandal in the AFU aviation.
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Boxer Moses Itauma celebrates victory, raised by the referee, with championship belts on his shoulders

Moses Itauma vs Filip Hrgovic: Battle for the Vacant IBF Title and a Chance to Become the New Mike Tyson

Sports 08/06/2026, 09:32
🥊 Moses Itauma (21 years old) will fight Filip Hrgovic for the vacant IBF title vacated by Oleksandr Usyk. 📅 The fight will take place on August 29, 2026, in London. 🏆 In the event of a victory, Itauma will become the youngest heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson. 🔥 Experts call him the favorite with odds of 7:1 and compare him to sports legends. 👊 The winner's next opponent will be Cuban Frank Sanchez.
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Sign of the State Tax Service of Ukraine on the building facade — a key element for understanding how crossing the border affects tax residency status

Tax Authority and Border Guard Service: How Crossing the Border Affects Residency Status and What Ukrainians Should Do

Economy 08/06/2026, 08:11
🇺🇦 The STS has gained access to border crossing data. Frequent trips may become a factor in checking tax residency. 🔍 What is important to know: • Border statistics are just one of the criteria. • Housing, family, and business in Ukraine are taken into account. • Deregistration is a risky step. • Automatic data exchange does not concern everyone abroad. 💡 Experts advise relying on the law, not rumors.
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Huge cloud of smoke over a Wildberries warehouse, symbolizing blows to logistics and the Russian economy

Domino Effect: How Strikes on Wildberries Hit Russia's Logistics and Economy

Economy 08/06/2026, 06:56
🔥 Strikes on Wildberries caused damage of 100–200 billion rubles. The company lost 20% of its warehouses, and turnover dropped by 25%. Restoration requires debt of 1.3 trillion — a quarter of the Russian budget deficit. Authorities may help, but resources are limited. Wildberries is seeking warehouses in Kazakhstan and introducing new security rules. #Wildberries #logistics #economy #strikes #budget
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Elderly woman with a phone against a backdrop of Ukrainian hryvnia and a pension certificate, symbolizing the need to apply for a subsidy on firewood and coal in 2026

Subsidy for firewood and coal: how Ukrainians can get assistance in 2026 and why there will be no automatic extension

Economy 08/06/2026, 06:18
🔥 <strong>Subsidy for firewood and coal: new rules 2026</strong> The PFU reminded that assistance for solid fuel is appointed only once a year. There is no automatic extension — you need to submit an application again! 📝 <strong>What is important to know:</strong> ✅ A separate certificate about stove heating is not needed. ✅ Indicate the heating method in the declaration. ✅ The payment amount is calculated individually. Do not miss the opportunity to receive assistance — apply to the PFU personally!
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent against the backdrop of the court overturning the freeze on climate funds

Victory for Climate Funds: US Appeals Court Overturns Trump Administration's Account Freeze

Politics 08/06/2026, 04:43
🏛️ The US Court of Appeals ruled that the Trump administration had no right to cancel funding for climate NGOs. 📉 In February, the accounts of eight organizations were frozen by order of the EPA and the Treasury Department. Funds from the $20 billion fund (under the IRA law) are now returning to the control of the funds. ⚠️ However, for many organizations, the victory came too late: during the freeze, the head of Climate United left, and Power Forward Communities was left with only 2 employees. The EPA may file an appeal to the Supreme Court.
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