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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Articles

Visa Boycott at the UN: The US Blocked Access for Russian and Iranian Diplomats

Politics 05/27/2026, 12:00

The US blocked access for Russian and Iranian diplomats to the UN Security Council meeting in New York. Vasily Nebenzya called the visa refusal a "glaring case of disrespect" and a violation of obligations. 🇺🇸🚫🇷🇺🇮🇷

Stormy Gusts and Downpours: Meteorologist Warns of Sudden Cooling in Ukraine

Politics 05/27/2026, 07:15

A yellow level of danger has been declared in Ukraine due to stormy winds and downpours 🌧️💨. A meteorologist warned: a sudden cooling will begin as early as May 28. Find out what temperature is expected in your region! 📉

Massive strikes in Crimea: fire at the Black Sea Fleet Air Force headquarters and explosions in Simferopol

Politics 06/02/2026, 20:39

On the night of May 27, powerful explosions rocked Crimea: air defense systems operated in Simferopol, while the Black Sea Fleet Air Force headquarters caught fire in Sevastopol. 🚨 Strikes were also recorded at the "Kacha" and "Belbek" airfields. 🔥

Incidents 05/27/2026, 05:45

The labor market has flipped: electricians earn up to 60,000, while copywriters are struggling

Economy 05/26/2026, 23:33

The labor market has turned upside down: plasterers and electricians are offered up to 60,000 hryvnias, while vacancies for copywriters have disappeared by 86%. 📉👷‍♂️ Business is no longer looking for office employees but desperately needs hands for reconstruction and production. 🏗️💰

1500 Days of Hell: How the 118th Brigade Entered the Book of Records of Ukraine for the Defense of Mala Tokmachka

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

The 118th Brigade entered the Book of Records of Ukraine: 1500 days of continuous defense of Mala Tokmachka under enemy fire. 🇺🇦🏅 While the south holds, the threat from Belarus is growing in the north. #Ukraine #Military #Record

Klychko vs. Everyone: Who Competes for the Mayor's Seat in Closed Ratings

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Vitali Klitschko confidently leads in closed ratings for the Mayor of Kyiv with a result of almost 30%. 🏛️ Which Ukrainian leaders can compete with him? Vitaliy Kim, Dmytro Razumkov, and even Oleksandr Usyk — find out who made it into the top 5 candidates. 🇺🇦📊

262 Drones in One Night: How Ukraine's Air Defense Repelled a Massive Attack from Seven Directions

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Massive Attack: Russia launched 262 drones from seven directions, but Ukraine's Air Defense shot down 246 targets 🛡️🇺🇦. The enemy managed only 10 hits, yet the shortage of missiles for air defense systems remains a critical issue. 📉🚀

Tkachenko vs. Klichko: When Bankova Will Decide to Replace the Head of KMVA and Who Could Take His Place

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Tymur Tkachenko may leave the post of head of KMVA, but Bankova has postponed the decision until autumn to avoid taking responsibility for Kyiv's winter preparation. 🍂 The list of successors includes Serhiy Movenko and Kyrylo Fesik. 🔥

Dollar and Euro on May 25: Banks and Exchange Offices Disagree on Rates

Economy 05/26/2026, 23:33

📉 Dollar and Euro on May 25: Banks Lowered Rates, Exchange Offices Hold Positions. We Figure Out Where It's More Profitable to Buy Currency Today. 💸

Gasoline Prices Surge, Gas Drops: New Fuel Prices at Ukrainian Gas Stations on May 25

Economy 05/26/2026, 23:33

⛽ Gasoline prices up, gas prices down! New fuel prices at Ukrainian gas stations on May 25: "Ukrnafta" has updated its price list. Find out how much fuel now costs and what drivers should do 🚗💨

Economy 05/26/2026, 23:33

The Psychology of a Tyrant: Why the Strike on Kyiv Was an Act of Desperation, Not Strength

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

ISW revealed Putin's true motivation: the strike on Kyiv was a reaction to criticism of the May 9 parade and an attempt to hide failures on the front. Instead of demonstrating strength, the Kremlin showed its desperation and willingness to sacrifice civilians for personal vanity. 🇺🇦💥🚫

The Mathematics of War: Finnish President Reveals the Real Ratio of Losses

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Finnish President Alexander Stubb revealed shocking loss statistics: for every one Ukrainian, eight Russians are killed. 🇺🇦🇷🇺 According to him, the war has entered a phase of "pure mathematics," where the advantage lies with Ukraine, and Russian medicine is already unable to cope with the influx of the wounded. 🏥📉

Protection, salaries up to $8000, and frontline experience: how Ukraine's defense industry hunts for talent

Economy 05/26/2026, 23:33

Ukraine's defense industry faces a paradox: salaries up to $8000 and protection from mobilization do not save it from a labor shortage. Companies are forced to poach veterans and engineers, igniting a price war in the labor market. 🔥💼🇺🇦

A Game of Time: Why Tsaakna is Convinced Putin Wants to Drag Europe into Negotiations

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsaakna has revealed the Kremlin's cards: attempts to involve Europe in negotiations are merely a game of time to avoid new harsh sanctions. 🇪🇪🚫🤝 According to Estonian intelligence, time is no longer on Putin's side, and the West must maintain pressure rather than succumb to provocations. ⏳📉

Polish recipe for Ukrainian business: how the lives of sole proprietors will change after the war

Economy 05/26/2026, 23:33

After the war in Ukraine, the taxation of sole proprietors may be reformed according to the Polish model. The income limit will be increased to 2 million euros, and rates will be selected individually for each sector. 🇺🇦💰

«Oreshnik» Enters Mass Production: How the Production Rates of Russian MRBMs Are Changing

Politics 05/26/2026, 23:33

Has the RF started small-scale production of the «Oreshnik» MRBM? 🚀 The shortening of intervals between strikes on Ukraine indicates the launch of a production line, but the aggressor's actual missile reserve remains minimal — only 3-4 units. 🇺🇦🛡️

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