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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
US may tighten car import rules to move production to the country

The Trump administration is discussing new requirements for the share of American parts in cars. This is intended to force companies to move factories from the US to Mexico and Canada.

Economy • April 18, 02:16 AM • 6211 views
Cuba prepares air defense with ox-drawn machine guns amid threats from the US, defense capability situation is criticalPhotoVideo

The Cuban army uses oxen to transport anti-aircraft guns due to fuel shortages. Aviation and Soviet air defense systems are in decline.

News of the World • April 18, 01:57 AM • 9956 views
Ukraine demonstrated combat drone control at 2000 km: what the "Wild Hornets" breakthrough meansVideo

The Ukrainian Hornet Vision Ctrl system allowed an operator from abroad to control a Sting drone. The the technology provides stable video and low latency.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 01:39 AM • 4707 views
Trump and US Tax Service in talks over $10 billion lawsuit

Trump's lawyers and the IRS are negotiating a settlement in a tax return leak lawsuit. The parties are asking for a 90-day suspension of the court proceedings.

News of the World • April 18, 01:15 AM • 4573 views
Oil prices plummeted by 9% after Iran's statement on opening the Strait of Hormuz

Brent crude fell to $90. 38 after Iran announced permission for ships to pass. At least 20 tankers have already begun moving through the strategic route.

Economy • April 18, 12:58 AM • 7689 views
Ukraine to receive 15 times more drones than Britain in two years, but there are nuances

Britain will transfer 120,000 drones of various types to Ukraine. The kingdom's own army received only 8,000 units due to rapid obsolescence of equipment.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 12:40 AM • 12181 views
In the US, a million bees blocked a highway exit after a truck accident

In Tennessee, a million bees flew onto the road after a truck accident. The I-40 highway exit was closed, and drivers were asked to stay in their cars.

News of the World • April 18, 12:26 AM • 11525 views
Natalie Portman is pregnant with her third child with partner Tanguy Destable

The 44-year-old actress Natalie Portman is expecting her first child with her new partner. The star already has a son and a daughter from a previous marriage.

Culture • April 18, 12:16 AM • 107284 views
After night attacks, oil depots are burning in Krasnodar Krai and near Sevastopol

Fires broke out at oil infrastructure facilities in Tikhoretsk and Kozacha Bukhta. Authorities report air defense operations and no casualties.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 12:11 AM • 11698 views
Dollar falls to seven-week low amid Strait of Hormuz reopening

The dollar's exchange rate fell to 97. 96 amid statements from Iran and the US about the resumption of shipping. Investors are choosing risky assets, which has led to a decrease in oil prices.

Economy • April 17, 11:58 PM • 6585 views
Merops, tested in Ukraine, shot down over 1,000 Shaheds and is now used by the US in the Middle EastPhoto

The American military purchased 13,000 Merops interceptor drones to combat UAVs. The system destroyed over 1,000 targets during tests in Ukraine.

News of the World • April 17, 11:40 PM • 4738 views
US oil supplies through the Panama Canal rose to a near 4-year highPhoto

Shipments exceeded 200,000 barrels per day due to problems in the Strait of Hormuz. Companies pay $3 million for vessels to pass without queuing.

News of the World • April 17, 11:17 PM • 4156 views
US Department of Justice changes team in case of former CIA Director Brennan amid Trump investigation

Prosecutor Maria Medetis Long has left the investigation into the conspiracy against Trump. A new lawyer has been brought into the case amid pressure to intensify the investigation.

News of the World • April 17, 11:05 PM • 4389 views
Massive attack and explosions reported in Sevastopol, Russian air defense active

A series of powerful explosions rocked occupied Sevastopol and Novofedorivka. Russian air defense conducted intense fire near the thermal power plant and military airfields.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 10:58 PM • 20435 views
EU to conduct mutual assistance drills in case of attack, Kallas to personally oversee mechanism review

The European Union will conduct exercises to practice Article 42. 7 on collective defense. Kaja Kallas will personally oversee the review of the response to armed aggression.

Politics • April 17, 10:39 PM • 4558 views
Fire at Tuapse oil refinery continues for over two days, residents urged to wear respiratorsVideo

At the plant in Tuapse, the fire has not been extinguished for 42 hours. Due to smoke and damaged buildings, residents are urged to wear respirators and not open windows.

News of the World • April 17, 10:14 PM • 4170 views
More than half of Britons support rejoining the EU 10 years after BrexitPhoto

A poll showed that 53% of UK citizens support rejoining the EU. The highest support was found among Labour and Liberal Democrat voters.

Politics • April 17, 09:55 PM • 4107 views
Russia struck Bohodukhiv in Kharkiv region with a drone, there are wounded

Occupiers struck private houses in Bohodukhiv with a drone, wounding two people. Three homes were damaged, emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 09:45 PM • 6257 views
Iran denied Trump's claims about the transfer of enriched uranium

The Iranian Foreign Ministry denied its readiness to transfer nuclear materials to the United States. The ministry's spokesman called uranium reserves strategically important and immutable for the country.

Politics • April 17, 09:36 PM • 4043 views
Russia attacked Zaporizhzhia with drones, one person injured and housing damagedPhoto

Russian drones damaged homes and infrastructure in Zaporizhzhia. One man was injured, and emergency services are working at the impact sites.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 09:26 PM • 3534 views
Tusk announced Russian influence on Nawrocki's campaign through a crypto firm

The Polish Prime Minister stated that politicians were supported by Zondacrypto, a company linked to Russia. The firm allegedly sponsored events in support of Karol Nawrocki.

Politics • April 17, 09:15 PM • 7453 views
Air Canada temporarily cancels flights to JFK due to soaring fuel prices

The airline is suspending flights from Toronto and Montreal to JFK from June 1 to October 25. The reason for this is the doubling of fuel prices due to the conflict in Iran.

News of the World • April 17, 08:57 PM • 3918 views
Ukraine and Turkey agree on the development of defense projects and discuss peace initiatives

Andriy Sybiha and Hakan Fidan discussed cooperation in the defense sector, energy, and logistics. The parties are preparing a meeting of presidents to bring peace closer.

Politics • April 17, 08:38 PM • 7591 views
Indian banks suspend gold and silver imports due to lack of government permits

Tons of precious metals are stuck at customs due to the absence of new permits. Banks have stopped ordering, threatening a shortage in the Indian market.

Economy • April 17, 05:00 AM • 3968 views
Occupiers in Henichesk force schoolchildren to collect aid for the Russian army – ATESH

The Russian "administration" uses children to pressure parents into collecting food. The ATESH movement reported similar cases in the Kherson region.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 04:47 AM • 3520 views
US extends ban on Russian vessels docking in its ports

Donald Trump has extended the state of emergency and restrictions on Russian vessels for another year. The decision is justified by the threat to US international relations.

News of the World • April 17, 04:42 AM • 20364 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated another 1,000 occupiers and over 100 artillery systems in one day - General StaffPhoto

The General Staff reported the destruction of 1,000 Russian military personnel and 114 artillery systems. The enemy also lost 4 tanks, 9 armored vehicles, and 2,410 drones.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 04:33 AM • 4061 views
Oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico caused by Pemex underwater pipeline

The accident on the underwater pipeline led to coastal pollution and animal deaths. Ecologists estimate the volume of hydrocarbon leakage at 800 tons.

News of the World • April 17, 04:11 AM • 4072 views
Oil prices fell below $100 on expectations of a US-Iran deal

The cost of Brent and WTI decreased amid a truce in Lebanon and Trump's statements about negotiations. The market is stabilizing after the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz.

Economy • April 17, 03:56 AM • 18578 views
China plans to launch seven new nuclear reactors in 2026

China plans to commission seven reactors and increase capacity to 110 GW by 2030. The country is currently building 36 more nuclear facilities.

News of the World • April 17, 03:33 AM • 5125 views