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Stepan Haftko

He graduated from Lviv Franko University with a degree in Philology. From 2014 to 2023, he was a serviceman. He is one of the creators of the news portal "Khmelnychchyna Pivnich". After being discharged from the Armed Forces of Ukraine, he worked in online publications such as Censor.NET, Novyny.LIVE, Glavred, and Ukrainska Pravda. He specializes in military topics and politics.
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Carney called trade talks with the US "ugly" after Trump's insults

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called trade talks with the US “ugly” after an insulting remark by Donald Trump. Canada continues negotiations despite the tariff war and new threats of tariffs.

Politics • August 7, 04:58 AM • 17035 views
A Wildberries logistics complex in Yekaterinburg was attacked — the company confirmed the fireVideo

A Wildberries logistics center in Yekaterinburg was attacked, causing a fire. The staff was evacuated, and the company temporarily restricted the acceptance of new deliveries.

News of the World • August 7, 04:51 AM • 13854 views
Student opened fire at a school in Thailand: teacher killed, four others injuredPhoto

At a school in Nonthaburi province, a student opened fire, killing a teacher and injuring four people before taking his own life. This is already the second similar incident in Thailand this year.

News of the World • August 7, 04:43 AM • 13285 views
Hackers attacked Blackstone, KKR and dozens of U.S. financial companies – Reuters

Hackers used phone calls and fake websites to steal employees’ passwords. Google reported 72 malicious websites and a shift in the focus of the attacks toward investment companies.

News of the World • August 7, 04:30 AM • 22647 views
"ATESH" reported surveillance of an FSB base in occupied DonetskVideo

The partisan movement "ATESH" reported surveillance of an FSB facility in occupied Donetsk. The collected data is being passed on to Ukraine's Defense Forces.

Society • August 7, 04:17 AM • 3986 views
11 civilians, including a 4-year-old child, were injured as a result of a Houthi attack in Saudi Arabia

11 civilians, including a 4-year-old child, were injured as a result of an attack by Yemen's Houthis in southern Saudi Arabia. Riyadh warned of the threat of new coordinated strikes by Iran-backed groups.

News of the World • August 7, 04:16 AM • 13793 views
A fire broke out at the “Hvardiiske” airfield in Crimea after explosions — reports indicate that a fuel and lubricants depot was hitVideo

Explosions rang out overnight at the Hvardiiske airfield in Crimea, after which a fire broke out. A fuel and lubricants depot was reportedly hit.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 04:05 AM • 3926 views
Brent crude surpassed $82 after Iran's strikes in the Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices rose after Iran's attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran plans to restrict the passage of American vessels through the strategic waterway.

Economy • August 7, 03:58 AM • 4680 views
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that over the past day, Russia lost more than 1,200 military personnel and nearly 1,600 dronesPhoto

Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1,210 military personnel, 1 tank, and 67 artillery systems. Russia’s total losses since the beginning of the war have reached 1,455,420 people.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 03:47 AM • 3598 views
The Canadian CM-70 missile may appear in Ukraine to combat jet-powered "Shaheds" – Defense Express

The Canadian CM-70 Spear anti-drone missile could potentially appear in Ukraine following the Czech company CSG's investment in its developer, NVD. There have been no official statements about the transfer of the missiles so far.

News of the World • August 7, 03:35 AM • 4626 views
Romania warned of the risk of a massive Russian attack with jet-powered drones near the border with Ukraine

Analysts at the New Strategy Center believe that Russia may attack the Reni–Galați area with jet-powered drones to test Romania’s and NATO’s air defenses. Bucharest may initiate consultations under Article 4 of the NATO treaty.

Politics • August 7, 03:16 AM • 4184 views
Svitolina thrashed former Russian Potapova and advanced to the next round of the WTA 1000 tournament in Toronto

Elina Svitolina defeated Anastasia Potapova 6–1, 6–1 in Toronto. The match lasted one hour and one minute.

Sports • August 7, 03:05 AM • 10047 views
Trump signed new executive orders restricting birthright citizenship in the United States

U. S. President Donald Trump signed two new executive orders restricting birthright citizenship, particularly to combat birth tourism. Lawyers predict that these orders will once again be challenged in court.

Politics • August 7, 02:55 AM • 4292 views
Saudi Arabia prepares for possible attacks by Iraqi militias linked to the Houthis

Saudi intelligence warns of possible coordinated strikes by Iraqi groups and the Houthis with Iran's support. The Kingdom promises to take all measures to counter the aggression.

Politics • August 7, 02:41 AM • 4130 views
Trump's Board of Peace has signed its first contract to build a military base in Gaza

The Board of Peace, created by Trump, has signed a contract with the American company Arkel International to build a base for the Moroccan contingent. The facility is designed to accommodate 150 military personnel and will be located near the border with Israel.

News of the World • August 7, 02:30 AM • 16199 views
Journalists reported the deaths of at least 77 Russian conscripts during the fighting in the Kursk region

An investigation found that at least 77 Russian conscripts were killed in the Kursk region in 2024, while more than 30 others went missing. About 500 conscripts passed through prisoner exchanges.

News of the World • August 7, 02:15 AM • 3828 views
The United States confirmed Spain’s sovereignty over Ceuta but sharply criticized the Sánchez government

The United States confirmed Spain’s sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla, accusing the Sánchez government of being unable to protect its borders. Around 72,000 illegal migrants arrived in Ceuta last week.

Politics • August 7, 01:56 AM • 4562 views
China accused the US of exerting pressure over Huawei’s contract in Argentina

China accused the US of interfering in Argentina’s affairs by pressuring CALF over its agreement with Huawei. US diplomats threatened visa restrictions, but CALF is not abandoning the cooperation.

News of the World • August 7, 01:39 AM • 4334 views
Zaluzhnyi stated that Russia has found countermeasures against nearly all NATO weapons

Valerii Zaluzhnyi reported that Russia has found countermeasures against nearly all types of NATO weaponry used by Ukraine. He called on the Alliance to adopt new standards of warfare.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 01:17 AM • 14753 views
A series of explosions occurred in Feodosia, Sevastopol, Kerch and near Alushta in Crimea; the Crimean Bridge was closed

On the night of August 7, explosions were heard in several cities in occupied Crimea, including near an oil depot in Feodosia. Eyewitnesses report seeing drones, gunfire and a fire.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 01:05 AM • 21123 views
The United States is seeking the transfer to the Russian Federation of an American national who was convicted and is in critical health condition

The U. S. State Department is seeking the transfer of Robert Gilman, who is in a stupor at a hospital in Voronezh. The hospital is not allowing his relatives or diplomats to see him.

Politics • August 7, 12:57 AM • 4158 views
Scientists have shown the most detailed images of the Sun's surface in historyPhoto

The Inouye Telescope in Hawaii captured unique feathery patterns of plasma. This will help predict solar storms and their impact on Earth more accurately.

News of the World • August 7, 12:38 AM • 4378 views
Trump imposed a 15% tariff on a key component for solar panels and microchips

U. S. President Donald Trump announced a 15% tariff on imports of polysilicon, which will take effect on December 4. The decision is aimed at reducing dependence on China in the production of solar panels and semiconductors.

Economy • August 7, 12:22 AM • 4436 views
Poll shows whom Zelenskyy would lose to in the second round of the presidential election

According to a Socis poll, in the second round Zelenskyy would receive 33. 8% compared with Zaluzhnyi's 66.2%. He would also lose to Budanov and Fedorov.

Society • August 7, 12:16 AM • 14596 views
SpaceX will build gas-fired power plants for a new chip manufacturing facility in Texas

SpaceX will build gas-fired power plants and battery systems for the Terafab facility in Texas. The $16.8 billion project will create 3,000 jobs.

News of the World • August 6, 11:55 PM • 4092 views
Trump outraged by leak of information about U.S. ammunition stockpiles – CNN

U. S. President Donald Trump privately expressed displeasure over the publication of information about the reduction in ammunition stockpiles, considering it a sign of weakness. He instructed the Justice Department to find the sources of the leaks, whom he calls "traitors".

Politics • August 6, 11:35 PM • 4088 views
Scientists have created dogs that do not cause allergies in people

Scientists from the United States used CRISPR technology to create beagles without the protein that causes allergies. Geneticist Matt Walker was able to interact with them without symptoms.

News of the World • August 6, 11:14 PM • 3576 views
A forest fire near Vancouver forced authorities to issue an evacuation warning

A forest fire broke out near Vancouver, prompting an evacuation warning for 35 homes in the suburb of Anmore. The fire is almost contained, and international rescuers have arrived to fight it.

News of the World • August 6, 10:55 PM • 3392 views
In Congo, more than 300 passengers were checked after a suspected Ebola case on a river vessel

Medical workers examined more than 300 passengers on a river vessel near Kinshasa after the death of a man suspected of having Ebola. Samples were taken from four people with symptoms for testing.

Health • August 6, 10:37 PM • 7402 views
Artificial intelligence has created new viable viruses that do not exist in nature for the first time

Researchers used the Evo 2 AI model to create new viruses, 16 of which proved capable of reproducing in bacteria. The technology could open up new possibilities for medicine and biotechnology.

Health • August 6, 10:16 PM • 3006 views