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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Articles

Man in white shirt in front of medical vehicle — symbol of mobilization of doctors in Ukraine

Protection doesn't save: how medical workers in Ukraine are being directed to the Armed Forces of Ukraine by quotas and what this means for the healthcare system

Politics 06/12/2026, 14:16
🚨 The Ministry of Health of Ukraine confirmed: even with protection, medical workers can be de-protected for service in the Armed Forces of Ukraine — by quotas and voluntarily. The contract is for one year, after which you can return. But how will this affect the healthcare system? 🏥🇺🇦
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Russian ballistic missile 'Oreshnik' on launch vehicle: preparation for launch from Kapustin Yar test site

Threat from the Kapustin Yar Range: Ukrainian Armed Forces Warn of Possible Strike by the 'Oreshnik' Ballistic Missile

Politics 06/12/2026, 14:01
⚠️ The AFU has warned of a high probability of a strike by the 'Oreshnik' ballistic missile from the Kapustin Yar range within 24 hours. Ukrainians are urged not to ignore the alarm, as air defense systems detect the launch only just before the strike. The previous use of the missile in Bila Tserkva revealed a gap between propaganda and reality. 🚀🇺🇦
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Euro banknotes and rising interest rate chart: ECB raised key rate to 2.25% amid inflation and geopolitical tension due to Iran war

War in Iran and Inflation: ECB Raises Rates to 2.25% for the First Time in 7 Meetings

Economy 06/12/2026, 06:00
📉 The ECB has raised rates to 2.25% for the first time in 7 months — a reaction to the war in Iran and rising prices. Inflation in the eurozone reached 3.2%, and the Strait of Hormuz is almost closed. Christine Lagarde: "We are ready for difficult times". 💸 Loans are getting more expensive, but deposits are becoming more profitable. #ECB #Inflation #WarInIran #EuropeanEconomy
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