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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.
Author's articles
Over 7,000 people participated in the city-wide clean-up in Kyiv - KMDAPhoto

In Kyiv, 3,352 cubic meters of garbage were removed and almost a thousand plants were planted at 40 locations. Utility workers, activists, and veterans joined the event.

Society • April 19, 08:28 AM • 6287 views
Colombia plans to cull Pablo Escobar's 'cocaine hippos' due to ecosystem threat

Authorities plan to eliminate up to 80 individuals to control the invasive species' population. Scientists predict the number of animals will grow to 1,400 within ten years.

News of the World • April 19, 08:12 AM • 4297 views
Russia struck Balabyne in Zaporizhzhia with KABs, three people injured

As a result of the airstrike on the village of Balabyne, three women aged 59 to 85 were injured. Private houses, cars, and garages of residents were damaged.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 08:02 AM • 3841 views
For the first time in the world, Ukrainian military shot down a Shahed drone with an interceptor drone from a sea platformVideo

Unmanned Systems Forces destroyed an enemy drone with an interceptor from a surface complex. This is a new stage in the integration of marine and aerial warfare technologies.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 07:58 AM • 4930 views
Iran says talks with US stalled due to 'maximalist' demands

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister stated that a meeting is impossible due to Washington's position. Tehran rejects uranium transfer and demands the lifting of sanctions.

Politics • April 19, 07:34 AM • 5145 views
Humanoid robot in Beijing wins half-marathon with a time faster than the human world record

The autonomous Honor robot covered 21 km in 50 minutes and 26 seconds at a race in Beijing. This is faster than the current human record held by Ugandan runner Jacob Kiplimo.

News of the World • April 19, 07:20 AM • 4336 views
Zelenskyy announced over 2,300 drones in a week and called for not weakening sanctions against RussiaVideo

Over the week, Russia launched more than 2,360 drones and 1,320 aerial bombs at Ukraine. The President called for limiting the income of Russia's shadow fleet from oil exports.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 07:07 AM • 3726 views
Police officers who left the scene of the terrorist attack in Kyiv have been suspended from duty for the duration of the investigation - Vyhivskyi

Patrol officers were suspended from duty for leaving the scene of the shooting on April 18. The National Police is conducting an investigation and reviewing video recordings of the incident.

Society • April 19, 06:57 AM • 4580 views
General Staff confirms damage to Atlant Aero enterprise in Taganrog and occupiers' warehouses

The Defense Forces hit the Atlant Aero enterprise and the occupiers' ammunition depots. Significant damage to the Tuapse oil refinery and fuel tanks has also been confirmed.

News of the World • April 19, 06:49 AM • 39459 views
DPRK launched several ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan

North Korea launched several missiles of an unknown type on the morning of April 19. South Korea, the United States, and Japan have increased monitoring and readiness.

News of the World • April 19, 06:40 AM • 14162 views
Bulgaria holds its eighth parliamentary election since 2021

Bulgaria is holding its eighth snap parliamentary election since 2021. Former President Radev has launched a new party to fight corruption.

Politics • April 19, 06:21 AM • 4362 views
Klymenko reacted to the video of police fleeing during a shootout in KyivVideo

The head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs ordered an investigation into the actions of law enforcement officers who left the scene of the terrorist attack in Kyiv. The investigation materials will be transferred to the SBI for assessment of the situation.

Society • April 19, 06:08 AM • 27365 views
Trump Organization to join construction of 70-story skyscraper in Tbilisi

Donald Trump's company will build Georgia's tallest building with a hotel and residences. The project will be implemented jointly with Archi Group and Sapir Organization.

News of the World • April 19, 06:01 AM • 4720 views
Russian army experiencing ammunition shortages and communication problems - ATESH partisans

ATESH partisans have recorded a systemic shell shortage in the Russian army. Russian communication systems are unstable due to the operation of Ukrainian electronic warfare systems.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 05:46 AM • 3815 views
Air defense forces neutralized 203 drones during Russia's night attack

Defense forces shot down and suppressed 203 out of 236 drones of various types. 32 hits were recorded in 18 locations, combat operations continue in several regions.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 05:31 AM • 3854 views
Natalie Bay, star of "Catch Me If You Can," has died

French actress Nathalie Baye has died in Paris at the age of 77 from dementia. During her career, she starred in 90 films and won four César Awards.

Culture • April 19, 05:24 AM • 11402 views
Enemy launched over 9,000 drones in a day and conducted 153 attacks - General Staff

153 combat engagements in a day - the enemy massively used aviation and over 9,000 drones, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 05:18 AM • 3841 views
In Taganrog, an attack on the territory of the former TaGAZ is reportedPhoto

Explosions were heard in Taganrog on the territory of the former TaGAZ automobile plant. The enterprise is used to produce attack drones for the Russian army.

News of the World • April 19, 05:10 AM • 4251 views
151 combat engagement in 24 hours, occupiers intensified artillery shelling - General Staff

Over the past day, the occupiers carried out more than 3,400 shellings and used 9,300 drones. The hottest spot remains the Pokrovsk direction with 33 enemy assaults.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 05:16 AM • 3793 views
Russian Federation attacked Odesa region with drones at night, port infrastructure damaged, one person injured

Russian drones damaged port infrastructure, warehouses, and administrative buildings in Odesa district. One person was injured as a result of the enemy shelling.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 05:12 AM • 3780 views
On April 18, Ukraine expects rain and up to +19°, but forecasters also warn of frostsPhoto

Rain is expected in almost all regions of Ukraine, and fog in the center. Forecasters warn of frosts down to 3 degrees in the next few days.

Weather and environment • April 18, 05:00 AM • 4069 views
ATESH claims sabotage in Luhansk, leaving the occupiers' supply hub without electricityVideo

Partisans burned down a transformer at a strategic facility in the occupied city. Due to the sabotage, the railway hub for transferring Russian weapons has been blocked.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 04:50 AM • 4255 views
In Sevastopol, an oil depot on Cape Manganari is burning after a drone attack - monitorsPhotoVideo

A fire broke out on Cape Manganari as a result of a prolonged drone attack. The occupation authorities confirmed the fire but denied the presence of fuel reserves.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 04:41 AM • 15168 views
Spain and Brazil signed 15 agreements amid Sanchez's attempts to form an anti-Trump alliance

Pedro Sanchez and Lula da Silva concluded agreements on resources and AI. The leaders aim to reform the UN and limit US influence amid international tensions.

Politics • April 18, 04:29 AM • 15198 views
Russia struck an energy facility in Chernihiv region, leaving 380,000 subscribers without electricity

The Russian attack damaged a facility in Nizhyn district. Chernihiv, Nizhyn, Pryluky, and surrounding areas are without power, and restoration work is underway.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 04:10 AM • 4730 views
Russia lost over 1,000 soldiers in a day, General Staff updated data on lossesPhoto

The General Staff reported the elimination of 1,080 occupiers and the destruction of dozens of pieces of equipment. The total enemy personnel losses exceeded 1.3 million people.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 03:53 AM • 6352 views
The US unexpectedly extended the permit to buy Russian oil and eased sanctions for another month

The Trump administration extended exemptions from sanctions on oil from the Russian Federation until May 16 to curb prices. The decision was made despite previous promises by the authorities.

Economy • April 18, 03:36 AM • 16845 views
Ukraine confirmed the start of pilot training on Gripen in 2026

Zelenskyy confirmed the start of pilot training on Swedish aircraft. Sweden allocates 80 billion kronor in aid and discusses localization of production.

News of the World • April 18, 03:15 AM • 6821 views
Lionel Messi bought Spanish football club Cornellà

The star forward acquired 100% of the shares of the Catalan club from the fifth division of Spain. Details of the deal for the team's acquisition are not yet disclosed.

Sports • April 18, 02:55 AM • 7060 views
US approves nearly $12 billion sale of naval systems to Germany

Germany will receive AEGIS systems and radars for eight ships from Lockheed Martin and RTX. The deal is intended to strengthen NATO security and the interoperability of allied fleets.

News of the World • April 18, 02:37 AM • 10235 views