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

Historic Meeting of Trump and Xi Jinping: Analysis of the First State Visit in 10 Years

Politics 09/25/2026, 14:39

Xi Jinping has made his first state visit to the US in 10 years. Trump personally greeted the Chinese leader, discussing Ukraine and nuclear security.

Armenia Announces Readiness to Abandon Cheap Russian Gas — Yerevan's Sharp Demarche

Politics 09/25/2026, 14:33

Armenia has announced its readiness to give up cheap Russian gas for the sake of sovereignty, despite the threat of a 2-3 fold price increase.

Sensational WBA Decision: Fury and Joshua to Fight for Usyk's Championship Belt

Sports 09/25/2026, 13:39

The World Boxing Association has made a resonant decision that the bout between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will be for the WBA Super title, stripping Murat Gassiev of full champion status.

From 12 to 78 thousand dollars: how much apartments cost in different cities of Ukraine

Economy 09/25/2026, 12:59

Median prices for one-room apartments in Ukraine in 2026 have risen everywhere except Rivne and Kherson. Uzhhorod and Kyiv lead in housing costs.

Number of victims rises in Kyiv following Russian strikes, child among injured

Incidents 09/25/2026, 12:55

The number of casualties from Russia's morning strikes on Kyiv on September 25 has risen to 20 people, including a 9-year-old child. A 14-year-old boy was killed.

Konoplya returns: Ukrainian helps Borussia secure confident win

Sports 09/25/2026, 12:48

Ukrainian defender Yukhym Konoplya played for Borussia M for the first time in two months in a friendly against Siegen after recovering from injury.

Zelenskyy announces positive results of AFU counteroffensive in Lyman area

Politics 09/25/2026, 12:51

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported positive results of the AFU counteroffensive in the Lyman direction and thanked the military for successful actions.

Autumn Without Rain: 5 European Cities to Explore Without an Umbrella

Politics 09/25/2026, 12:40

Five European cities with comfortable autumn weather: where to walk without an umbrella in Lisbon, Madrid, Seville, Rome, and Athens.

Not Just with Jeans: 3 Ways to Wear a White Shirt This Fall

Politics 09/25/2026, 12:32

Discover three trendy ways to style a basic white shirt this fall: from pairing it with sequins to bold masculine suits and athletic elements.

Will Kovalsky Head the Prosecutor General's Office: Zelenskyy's Response

Politics 09/25/2026, 12:31

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he has not yet held meetings regarding candidates for the post of Prosecutor General, while Anton Kovalsky remains acting head.

NKRKU Protects Debtors: From October 1, Ukrainians with Small Debts Will No Longer Pay for Disconnection and Reconnection of Electricity

Economy 09/25/2026, 12:04

From October 1, 2026, new NKRKU rules take effect in Ukraine: household consumers with a debt of less than half the subsistence minimum are exempt from paying for the disconnection and reconnection of electricity, and in the case of an illegal disconnection the operator bears all the costs.

Abu Farhi scored for Israel and was immediately sent off with a red card for simulating a gunshot

Sports 09/25/2026, 11:22

Israeli striker Said Abu Farhi scored in the Nations League match against Austria but was sent off for simulating a gunshot. Israel lost 1-3, and the player will miss the game against Ireland.

"A Flashback to a Past Without War": How Ukrainians Have Reshaped Their Restaurant Visits and What Awaits the Industry This Winter

Economy 09/25/2026, 09:54

In an interview with Wave RBC.UA, GastroFamily CEO Elena Borisova said that the average check in Ukrainian restaurants has shrunk from three items to two, while visit frequency has fallen threefold. At the same time, guests keep coming for a "flashback to pre-war life," and the main threat for the 2026/27 winter remains the frosts and running on generators.

The 'Shadow Fee' on the Danube: Loud Accusations Against the Head of the Shipping Administration and the Maritime Industry's Response

Politics 09/25/2026, 09:27

Following public statements about 'shadow fees' on the Danube, the government opened a disciplinary proceeding against the head of AMPU, Serhiy Hurskyi. Industry experts deny the very mechanism of 'selling places' and point to the agency's lack of such authority.

A Deceased Person's Debts Inherited: Within What Limits Heirs Are Obligated to Pay and What Cannot Be Inherited

Economy 09/25/2026, 08:26

A lawyer explained that after a person's death, their debts may pass to the heirs, but only within the value of the property received. Personal obligations, such as alimony, are not subject to inheritance.

Hungary – Ukraine: Andrea Moldera's first official match in the Nations League kicks off in Budapest

Sports 09/25/2026, 08:13

Ukraine kicks off the 2026/2027 Nations League with a match against Hungary at the Puskas Arena in Budapest. This is the team's first official match under the guidance of Andrea Moldera.

Night attack on Kyiv: drone hits 25-story residential building in Solomianskyi district, one person injured

Incidents 09/25/2026, 07:21

On the night of September 25, Russia attacked Kyiv: in the Solomianskyi district a drone hit a 25-story residential building, one person injured. In the Podilskyi district a non-residential building was damaged, and traffic was restricted in parts of the city.

Massive Drone Attack on Russian Regions: Oil Refineries and Almaz-Antey Plant Targeted

Incidents 09/25/2026, 14:51

On the night of September 25, drones attacked oil refineries and military plants in several Russian regions, including Sochi and Ulyanovsk, causing explosions.

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