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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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During the night attack of "Shaheds" on Zaporizhzhia, a private house was destroyed and three people were injuredPhoto

Russian troops attacked Zaporizhzhia with "Shaheds", causing a fire and destruction of a private house. Three civilians aged 75, 73, and 55 were injured.

War in Ukraine • February 15, 05:10 AM • 5028 views
Night drone attack on Krasnodar Krai: oil infrastructure targetedVideo

On February 15, Krasnodar Krai was subjected to a massive drone attack. In the village of Volna, drones hit a fuel tank, causing large-scale fires.

News of the World • February 15, 04:52 AM • 5364 views
Saboteurs of the "ATESH" movement disabled a main-line electric locomotive in the Russian city of OryolVideo

Agents of the "ATESH" movement successfully carried out an act of sabotage at a railway junction in Oryol, destroying the equipment of a VL80 electric locomotive. This caused a disruption in the logistics of the occupation forces, who used the locomotive to transport military echelons.

News of the World • February 15, 04:35 AM • 10744 views
New Zealand braces for more downpours after deadly floods

New Zealand authorities have updated warnings for extreme rainfall and stormy winds. Extensive flooding has already led to the death of at least one person.

News of the World • February 15, 04:17 AM • 13354 views
Airbnb introduces conversational AI for travel planning

Airbnb integrates large language models for personalized accommodation search and travel planning assistance. The company is testing natural language search and expanding customer support automation.

Technologies • February 15, 04:00 AM • 4840 views
Over 6,000 people became victims of a three-day massacre in Sudan's El Fasher - UN

The UN Human Rights Office reported over 6,000 civilians killed during the RSF offensive on El Fasher in October 2025. The attack was accompanied by mass executions, sexual violence, and abductions.

News of the World • February 15, 03:35 AM • 5745 views
Chevrolet unveils ultra-limited Corvette Z06, only 12 units to be releasedPhoto

Chevrolet has unveiled an exclusive series of the Corvette Z06 supercar, dedicated to the model's debut in the 12-hour race in Bathurst. Only 12 units have been produced for the Australian and New Zealand markets.

Auto • February 15, 03:13 AM • 4364 views
At least 30 people killed and hundreds of homes burned after militants' attack in Nigeria

Armed militants on motorcycles attacked three villages in Nigeria, killing at least 30 people. Hundreds of homes were burned, forcing residents to flee.

News of the World • February 15, 02:50 AM • 5212 views
Lockheed Martin successfully completes tests of extended-range ER GMLRS missiles

Lockheed Martin conducted final qualification tests of the ER GMLRS missile, which hit a target at 112 km. The new development is capable of doubling the range of standard GMLRS ammunition.

News of the World • February 15, 02:25 AM • 5568 views
France investigates elite connections to Epstein and re-examines the case of his associate Jean-Luc Brunel

The Paris prosecutor's office is checking French citizens mentioned in the Epstein files and materials related to Jean-Luc Brunel. Investigators are analyzing thousands of pages of documents to identify accomplices.

News of the World • February 15, 02:02 AM • 5384 views
The US is preparing for a much more serious level of escalation with Iran compared to previous conflicts - Reuters

The American command is developing plans for prolonged military operations against Iran that could last a week or more. This is intended to be an argument in negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear and regional policies.

Politics • February 15, 01:41 AM • 11927 views
Revolutionary home stroke rehabilitation technology being tested in Britain

A clinical trial of an innovative device for home stroke rehabilitation has begun in the UK. The technology is based on vagus nerve stimulation and is non-invasive.

Health • February 15, 01:12 AM • 9740 views
AI arms race sparks credit derivatives boom among tech giants

Investors are concerned about tech companies accumulating debt to fund AI, which is fueling a resurgence in the credit derivatives market. The volume of outstanding contracts on Alphabet's debt has reached $895 million, and Meta's $687 million.

Economy • February 15, 12:50 AM • 9658 views
"Doctors Without Borders" suspended operations at Nasser Hospital in the Gaza Strip due to masked armed individuals

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has partially suspended its activities at Nasser Hospital in the Gaza Strip due to the presence of masked armed men. This decision was made following an increase in incidents involving armed individuals and intimidation of staff.

Society • February 15, 12:24 AM • 10620 views
Trump and Netanyahu agreed on a strategy of maximum pressure on Iran's oil exports

Trump and Netanyahu agreed to increase economic pressure on Iran. The goal is to reduce oil exports to China to force Tehran to make concessions on its nuclear program.

Politics • February 15, 12:01 AM • 9850 views
Astronomers discover unique 'inside-out' planetary system around a red dwarf

An international team of researchers has detected an unusual exoplanet system where a rocky planet is located further from its star than its gaseous neighbors. This structure contradicts traditional notions of cosmic evolution.

News of the World • February 14, 11:40 PM • 11401 views
Hollywood Prepares Another 'Charlie's Angels' Reboot with 'Crazy Rich Asians' Screenwriter

Sony Pictures has begun work on a new film adaptation of 'Charlie's Angels,' bringing in Pete Chiarelli to write the screenplay. Drew Barrymore and her company Flower Films may return to lead the project.

Culture • February 14, 11:20 PM • 33588 views
Cuba's energy crisis forced organizers to cancel the annual cigar festival

Cuba has canceled its annual cigar festival due to fuel shortages and power outages caused by the US oil embargo. This decision will affect the country's revenues and the global market for premium cigars.

Economy • February 14, 11:17 PM • 9236 views
German Stark opens technology center in Ukraine and launches production of attack dronesPhoto

German startup Stark has opened a 2,000 square meter R&D center in Ukraine and is beginning construction of production facilities for unmanned systems. The company plans to produce Virtus loitering munitions with a range of up to 100 km and the Minerva AI system.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 10:57 PM • 6166 views
US courts have issued over 4,400 rulings on the illegality of immigrant detentions by the Trump administration

Since last October, US courts have ruled over 4,400 times that the Trump administration's detention of immigrants was illegal. Despite court orders, ICE continues to hold people, ignoring legal norms.

Politics • February 14, 10:39 PM • 11154 views
US launches series of airstrikes on dozens of Islamic State targets in Syria

The US Central Command reported a series of 10 airstrikes on more than 30 ISIS targets in Syria from February 3 to 12, 2026. Operation "Hawkeye Strike" eliminated or captured more than 50 militants, destroying over a hundred infrastructure facilities.

Politics • February 14, 10:20 PM • 8803 views
California Governor Newsom urged allies in Europe to view Trump's policies as temporary

During his visit to Europe, the Governor of California urged international partners not to sever strategic ties with the United States. He emphasized that radical changes in American foreign policy under Trump are a temporary phase.

Politics • February 14, 09:59 PM • 7486 views
SBU destroyed half of Russian Pantsir systems eliminated in 2025

The SBU's 'Alpha' special unit destroyed approximately 50% of all Pantsir complexes lost by the enemy last year. This allowed for gaps in the occupiers' defenses to be created for strikes on strategic Russian targets.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 09:42 PM • 15019 views
Defense Forces repelled 191 attacks: Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions remain the hottest

Over the past day, 191 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy dropped 129 aerial bombs and used over 3,000 drones. The highest intensity of fighting is in the Pokrovsk direction, where the enemy carried out 55 attacks.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 09:16 PM • 7637 views
Commander-in-Chief of the Norwegian Armed Forces warned of the threat of Russian invasion to "protect nuclear facilities"

Commander-in-Chief of the Norwegian Armed Forces, General Eirik Kristoffersen, warned of a possible Russian invasion of the country's northern territories. The goal could be to create a buffer zone to protect the nuclear arsenal on the Kola Peninsula.

Politics • February 11, 06:02 AM • 6351 views
ATESH partisans discovered the construction of a new occupiers' base in Zaporizhzhia OblastPhoto

ATESH agents recorded the deployment of a large-scale military facility in the occupied village of Myrne, Melitopol district. On the territory occupied by the 291st Guards Motorized Rifle Regiment, the construction of a permanent field camp and a training cluster for UAV operators has begun.

Society • February 11, 05:47 AM • 6128 views
US prosecutors failed to indict Democratic lawmakers for calling on the military

A federal grand jury in Washington refused to bring criminal charges against six Democratic lawmakers. They were accused of calling on the military not to obey "illegal orders."

Politics • February 11, 05:38 AM • 17978 views
Captain of the NewNew Polar Bear vessel pleads not guilty in case of damage to Baltic Sea cables

Captain of the container ship NewNew Polar Bear, Wang Wenguo, pleaded not guilty in the case of damage to underwater infrastructure between Finland and Estonia. A Hong Kong court is considering charges of criminal damage caused by the ship's anchor.

News of the World • February 11, 05:23 AM • 25708 views
Tragedy in Tumbler Ridge: 10 dead and 25 wounded in mass shooting in Canada

A mass shooting occurred in the town of Tumbler Ridge, Canada, resulting in 10 deaths and 25 injuries. The incident began at a school and continued in a residential building.

News of the World • February 11, 05:12 AM • 7544 views
Occupant losses on February 11: another 820 invaders and 59 artillery systems eliminatedPhoto

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported on Russian troop losses as of February 11. In one day, 820 occupiers, five tanks, and 59 artillery systems were eliminated.

War in Ukraine • February 11, 04:50 AM • 4744 views