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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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Gold falls following Fed decision, while war in Iran intensifies market pressurePhoto

The price of gold dropped to $4,550 due to the Fed's decision and the war in Iran. Brent crude rose to $118, while silver and platinum are showing growth.

Economy • April 30, 03:00 AM • 6367 views
Ford discusses defense projects with the US; company may join military production

Ford is in talks with the US government regarding participation in defense projects. The company plans to supply critical materials and compete with Lockheed Martin.

Economy • April 30, 02:40 AM • 5448 views
Ukrainian drone warfare experience spreads: Israel installs anti-FPV screens on equipment

The Israel Defense Forces have begun installing protective screens on HMMWVs to counter Hezbollah's FPV drones. This method was adopted from the experience of the war in Ukraine.

News of the World • April 30, 02:25 AM • 4738 views
King Charles gathered CEOs of leading companies to promote investment between the US and Britain

In New York, the monarch met with the heads of Google and OpenAI to strengthen the partnership. The parties discussed investments against the backdrop of a 430 billion trade turnover.

Economy • April 30, 02:07 AM • 6517 views
The strike on "Iskanders" in Crimea demonstrated a new strength of the AFU, as drones are now penetrating concrete shelters

SSO attacked an Iskander base in Crimea with drones that pierced 60-centimeter concrete. The new weapon allows for striking the enemy's deeply protected facilities.

War in Ukraine • April 30, 01:50 AM • 4636 views
War with Iran could cost the US significantly more; Pentagon's $25 billion estimate is understated – Bloomberg

The Pentagon's $25 billion estimate does not account for fuel costs and base repairs. Bloomberg notes that the real cost of the war will be significantly higher.

Economy • April 30, 01:33 AM • 4602 views
The AFU may receive AI-powered drone swarms; Virtus and Vector are already being tested as a unified systemVideo

Virtus and Vector drones are being integrated into a single AI-driven system for autonomous target acquisition. The complex allows for the automatic detection and destruction of objects.

War in Ukraine • April 30, 01:15 AM • 16735 views
US returns hundreds of stolen artifacts to Italy – including the head of Alexander the GreatPhoto

The United States has returned 337 stolen artifacts to Italy, including a head of Alexander the Great. The objects were discovered following investigations in New York.

Culture • April 30, 12:50 AM • 4971 views
Musk accuses OpenAI lawyer of manipulation in court – the case could change the company's future

Elon Musk has accused an OpenAI lawyer of attempting to deceive the court. The billionaire is seeking compensation over the company's abandonment of its non-profit model.

News of the World • April 30, 12:36 AM • 3835 views
China accused the US of hypocrisy over statements regarding Panama's sovereignty

Beijing rejected US accusations of pressuring Panama and called them hypocritical. The country's president thanked allies but urged against escalating the conflict.

Politics • April 30, 12:15 AM • 3854 views
US charges Mexican governor – suspected of drug trafficking and cartel ties

Rubén Rocha Moya and nine officials are charged with importing drugs into the US. He faces life imprisonment for ties to the Sinaloa Cartel.

News of the World • April 30, 12:00 AM • 3599 views
Trump threatened to reduce US troops in Germany amid conflict with MerzPhoto

Donald Trump is considering reducing American troops in Germany in the near future. This comes as a response to Merz's criticism of US policy toward Iran.

Politics • April 29, 11:40 PM • 4155 views
Trump claimed that the UAE's exit from OPEC would crash oil prices, but the market is reacting differently

Donald Trump stated that the UAE's withdrawal from OPEC would lower fuel costs. However, the market responded with Brent oil prices rising to 2022 record highs.

News of the World • April 29, 11:17 PM • 3830 views
Drones attack Russian regions – explosions heard in Dzerzhinsk, restrictions at Nizhny Novgorod airportVideo

Explosions rang out in Dzerzhinsk, and the Nizhny Novgorod airport was closed due to drones. In the Volgograd region, a person was wounded and a house was damaged.

News of the World • April 29, 11:10 PM • 3482 views
EU prepares fines for Meta over children's access to Facebook and Instagram

The European Commission has accused Meta of insufficient age verification for children on Facebook and Instagram. The company faces a fine of up to 6% of its global annual turnover.

News of the World • April 29, 11:00 PM • 4099 views
Second wave of drone attacks on Odesa: high-rise building and kindergarten hit, casualties reported

During the second wave of the drone attack in Odesa, a high-rise building and a kindergarten were damaged. At least four people were injured; rescue workers are operating at the scenes.

War in Ukraine • April 29, 10:51 PM • 20775 views
Former FBI Director Comey appeared in court in Trump threat case following new indictment

James Comey appeared in court over a photo with shells that was interpreted as a threat to Trump. The former FBI director faces up to five years in prison.

News of the World • April 29, 10:41 PM • 3206 views
Italy files lawsuit in Swiss court over Crans-Montana tragedy, seeking compensation

Italy has filed a lawsuit in a Swiss court over the fire in Crans-Montana that killed 41 people. Rome is demanding compensation for the rescue operation conducted.

News of the World • April 29, 10:27 PM • 3413 views
Iranian delegation denied entry to Canada for FIFA Congress, sparking diplomatic scandal

Representatives of the Football Federation of Iran were denied entry to Canada for the FIFA Congress despite holding valid visas. The organization was unable to resolve the incident.

Sports • April 29, 10:10 PM • 3000 views
Assassination attempt on General Omurbekov, involved in the events in Bucha, occurred in Russia

An explosion occurred in a mailbox of a house in the Knyaze-Volkonskoye garrison. Lieutenant Colonel Kuzmenko was killed; the condition of General Omurbekov is currently unknown.

News of the World • April 29, 09:55 PM • 17000 views
Odesa attacked by "Shaheds" overnight; residential buildings and infrastructure hit, casualties reported

On the night of April 30, Russian drones damaged a five-story building, a private house, and an administrative building in Odesa. Information regarding casualties is currently being clarified.

War in Ukraine • April 29, 09:38 PM • 13132 views
Brent crude oil prices have reached $120 per barrel for the first time in four years

The price of a Brent barrel has risen to $120 for the first time since 2022 amid the naval blockade of Iran. The UAE announced its withdrawal from OPEC due to the escalation of the conflict.

Economy • April 29, 09:34 PM • 11243 views
Putin supported Kadyrov for a new term as head of Chechnya

The Russian dictator supported Kadyrov's nomination for another term during a meeting in the Kremlin. The elections are scheduled for September, and Kadyrov has been leading the region since 2007.

News of the World • April 29, 09:17 PM • 3735 views
Arsenal and Atlético drew in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final, with both teams scoring only from penalties

Arsenal and Atlético played out a 1-1 draw in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final. Both goals were scored from penalties, while a third spot-kick was overturned after a VAR review.

Sports • April 29, 09:01 PM • 2586 views
U.S. Supreme Court limits key mechanism for protecting minority voting rights

The Court has restricted the ability of minorities to challenge electoral district boundaries. The ruling favored Republicans and will impact the November Congressional elections.

Politics • April 29, 08:56 PM • 4144 views
Sweden seizes vessel Caffa at the request of another state

Swedish police have seized the vessel Caffa at the request of another state. It is suspected of illegally transporting grain from occupied Crimea.

News of the World • April 29, 08:43 PM • 3182 views
Pentagon unblocks $400 million in aid to Ukraine following senators' criticism

Pete Hegseth confirmed the release of $400 million to strengthen European capabilities. The funds were unblocked after senators criticized the delay of the money.

News of the World • April 29, 08:30 PM • 6342 views
Hungary demands unblocking of billions of euros in EU aid during Brussels talks

Péter Magyar discusses the unblocking of 20 billion euros in aid in Brussels. To receive the funds, Hungary must fulfill 27 conditions regarding reforms.

Politics • April 29, 04:57 AM • 5190 views
Russian forces in Kherson region face fuel shortage following strikes on Crimea - ATESH

Strikes on the oil depot in Feodosia have caused a fuel shortage for the occupiers near Hola Prystan. Equipment remains stationary due to a strict austerity order.

War in Ukraine • April 29, 04:50 AM • 3570 views
In the Russian city of Orsk, located over 2,000 km from Ukraine, airport restrictions have been introduced due to a drone attack

Flights have been restricted at the airport in the Russian city of Orsk due to the threat of a drone attack. The city's mayor urged residents not to go outside and to remain cautious.

News of the World • April 29, 04:42 AM • 3542 views