Daniel Kosoy

Reporter

Daniel Kosoy is a Ukrainian-American writer and reporter with UNITED24 Media. Born in Los Angeles, he studied media and photography at Santa Monica College before shifting his focus to Ukraine in 2019. Since then, he’s been on the ground as a documentarian and journalist, covering defense, nuclear safety, and, at times, culture.

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Articles

  • Freedom-Loving Ukrainians Love Freedom-Loving Pickup Trucks
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    Freedom-Loving Ukrainians Love Freedom-Loving Pickup Trucks
    In Ukraine, the average price per liter of gasoline stands at $1.43, which in freedom units, translates to approximately $5.44 per gallon. While climate-conscious European car buyers might gravitate toward electric vehicles, another trend emerging in Ukraine aligns more with a rugged, freedom-loving joie de vivre, one that’s quintessentially American.
  • Who Are the “TikTok Soldiers” Using Occupied Ukrainian Cities As Their Backdrop?
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    Who Are the “TikTok Soldiers” Using Occupied Ukrainian Cities As Their Backdrop?
    The influence of social media has broken into every aspect of modern life, including warfare. Russia’s full-scale invasion has generated a plethora of content created by soldiers both near and on the frontlines, ranging from the heartbreaking to the absurd. One trend, however, has drawn significant criticism: Chechen "Akhmat" soldiers posting videos that purport to show active combat but are often revealed to be cartoonishly staged.
  • How to be a Part of the International Legion of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine
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    How to be a Part of the International Legion of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine
    The International Legion of Defence Intelligence Ukraine (DIU) and the Ground Forces International Legion are both crucial to Ukraine's defense, each with distinct roles. The Ground Forces International Legion primarily engages in conventional infantry combat, playing key roles in front-line battles and broader military efforts. In contrast, the International Legion of Defence Intelligence Ukraine, which we will focus on in this article, specializes in intelligence missions, often involving rapid, high-stakes operations.
  • Ukraine’s Youth Step Up to Adopt the Thousands of Animals Affected by War
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    Ukraine’s Youth Step Up to Adopt the Thousands of Animals Affected by War
    The suffering and abandonment of animals are among the most tragic consequences of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, where thousands of animals have lost their homes. During these challenging times, many Millennials and Gen-Z Ukrainians, who may have initially hesitated to foster animals, have become devoted pet owners. We delve into Kyiv's thriving dog scene, where many animals carry heartbreaking backstories.
  • How to Be a Part of the International Legion of Ukraine
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    How to Be a Part of the International Legion of Ukraine
    For many around the world, the Ukrainian International Legion stands as an opportunity to directly address one of the biggest injustices in the world. Amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine, volunteers from around the world are answering President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s call for international volunteers to aid in the country’s defense.