Andrey Kosynko

World Affairs, Politics and Sports Columnist

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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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Oil Falls: Trump Pauses, Markets Await Peace in the Strait of Hormuz

Economy 05/29/2026, 07:40

Oil prices are falling amid hopes for a US-Iran deal: Trump pauses before deciding on the ceasefire. 🛢️📉 The Strait of Hormuz is once again the focus of investors. 🌊

Tenfold Surge: Ukraine Demands Radical Strengthening of Air Defense from the West

Politics 05/29/2026, 04:40

Ukraine demands the West increase air defense supplies by 10 times due to the escalation of air attacks. Permanent Representative Melnyk at the UN called for closing all financial loopholes for the Kremlin and supporting the "all for all" exchange formula. ⚡️🛡️

Kaja Kallas: 'No Intermediaries' — Why the EU Has Rejected Neutrality in Negotiations with Russia

Politics 05/29/2026, 02:15

Kaja Kallas has closed the topic of EU mediation: Brussels will never be a neutral arbiter between Moscow and Kyiv 🇪🇺🚫🤝. Instead of searching for a 'super-envoy', the European Parliament has focused on strict conditions for peace and 'red lines' for Russia. 🇺🇦🇷🇺

Kremlin threats fail: G7 ambassadors declare readiness to work in Kyiv

Politics 05/29/2026, 01:16

G7 ambassadors ignored Moscow's calls for evacuation and declared their intention to continue working in Kyiv 🇺🇦🇷🇺. Diplomats emphasized that Russian threats would not force them to leave Ukraine and held a meeting with business leaders to discuss investments 💼. This is a hard signal to the Kremlin: diplomatic support for Kyiv will not wane.

Guterres on the War in Ukraine: The Chain of Death Must Be Broken Immediately

Politics 05/29/2026, 00:20

UN Secretary-General Guterres warned of the risk of uncontrolled escalation of the war in Ukraine. He called to immediately stop the "chain of death" and demanded a complete ceasefire. 🌍⚠️

Phytosanitary Storm: Russia Closes Borders to Armenian Vegetables Due to Quarantine Violations

Economy 05/28/2026, 22:46

Rosselkhoznadzor is introducing restrictions on the import of Armenian vegetables starting May 30. 🚫🍅 The reason is 181 cases of quarantine violations and evasion of control. Tomatoes, cucumbers, and strawberries are affected. 📉

70,000-seat stadium and Kurdish fervor: Kabael chooses the perfect trap for Usyk

Sports 05/28/2026, 22:28

Agit Kabayel chose Düsseldorf for the fight with Usyk, promising a 70,000-seat stadium and a unique atmosphere with the participation of Kurds and Ukrainians. The German believes that Usyk's age and tactical mistakes against Verhoeven are his chance for victory. 🥊🇩🇪🇺🇦

Politics 05/28/2026, 22:16

12 Hours of Silence: IAEA Records Critical Communication Failure at Zaporizhzhia NPP

Politics 05/28/2026, 21:48

The IAEA has recorded a record 12 hours of complete isolation of the Zaporizhzhia NPP from the outside world against the backdrop of shelling. Rafael Grossi warned that communication failures and fuel shortages create critical risks for nuclear safety. 🚨⚡

PFU Calms Fears: Double Payments of 1500 UAH Will Not Lead to Pension Blockages

Economy 05/28/2026, 20:35

PFU reassures citizens: erroneous double payments of 1500 UAH will not lead to pension blockages. If you have already spent the money, you will not be punished, but the funds must be returned through legal channels. 🛑💸

Ukrainian Triumph in Paris: Starodubtseva Rewrites Roland Garros History and Overtakes Svitolina

Sports 05/28/2026, 19:16

Ukrainian tennis players created a real festival in Paris! 🇺🇦 Yulia Starodubtseva sensationally defeated world No. 2 Rybakina, rewriting Svitolina's record. For the first time in Roland Garros history, four Ukrainians reached the Round of 16! 🎾🔥

New Customs Code of Ukraine: Full Integration with the EU and Strengthened Fight Against Smuggling

Economy 05/28/2026, 18:02

Ukraine is updating its Customs Code according to EU standards: businesses will gain access to the single market, while customs will gain the right to investigate smuggling. 🚛🇪🇺 The reform promises to simplify logistics but tighten control. How will this affect imports and exports?

Europe Opens the Taps: Ukraine Receives Nearly €3 Billion for Reform Successes

Politics 05/28/2026, 18:00

The EU Council allocated a new tranche of €2.8 billion to Ukraine for reform successes. 💶 Yulia Sviridenko confirmed that the country has completed 86 steps of the plan. Additionally, the EU is preparing a €6 billion package for purchasing drones in response to Russian attacks. 🚀🇺🇦

Lawyer or Judge? Norway Puts the Finishing Touches on the Question of European Mediation with Russia

Politics 05/28/2026, 17:37

Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Bart Eide stated that Europe should not attempt to become a mediator between Ukraine and Russia. 🇪🇺🤝🇷🇺 According to him, the West should be the voice of the continent and an advocate for Kyiv, not a judge who cannot defend the interests of one of the parties. 🇳🇴🇺🇦

Politics 05/28/2026, 17:34

Home Key at Risk: Bankers Demand Lifting of Moratorium on Apartment Seizure for Debts

Economy 05/28/2026, 16:41

Ukrainian bankers are demanding the lifting of the moratorium on apartment seizure for debts and allowing collection through notaries without court involvement. Experts warn: this could put borrowers' rights at risk and create a creditor monopoly. 🏠🔑⚖️

Swedish Gripen Jets in Service with the Ukrainian Armed Forces: What is Known About Deliveries and Combat Arsenal

Politics 05/28/2026, 16:03

Ukraine will receive 16 JAS 39 Gripen fighters from Sweden this winter. We examine the armament these aircraft carry and how they will change the balance of power in the sky. 🇺🇦✈️🇸🇪

Navy personnel receive higher education without leaving service: how the 'Vstup 2026' program works

Politics 05/28/2026, 15:58

🎓 Navy military personnel can now study without leaving service! The 'Vstup 2026' project allows for distance education—from school to master's degree. Even family members of soldiers can get a place. 🇺🇦💻

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