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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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The Coordination Headquarters warns: do not trust Russian documents when identifying the bodies of fallen defenders

The Coordination Headquarters urges families of fallen defenders not to rely on information from the Russian Federation regarding the repatriation of bodies. Official identification is only possible after DNA examination by Ukrainian institutions.

Society • January 31, 05:37 PM • 5538 views
"RF is working to ensure peace in Ukraine": Vitkoff spoke about meeting with Putin's envoy Dmitriev in the USAPhoto

US Special Envoy Steve Vitkoff met with Putin's envoy Kirill Dmitriev in Florida to discuss a peaceful settlement in Ukraine. Vitkoff called the meeting productive, noting that Russia is working to ensure peace.

Politics • January 31, 05:28 PM • 72191 views
The Third Army Corps stood up to defend the military memorial cemetery: "We will not allow the dignity of heroes to be desecrated"

The Supreme Court recognized as illegal the transfer of a land plot for the National Military Memorial Cemetery in Marhalivsky Forest. The Third Corps called it raiding and called on the public to defend the cemetery.

Society • January 31, 05:18 PM • 4530 views
In Kyiv, water and heat supply are gradually being restored after the power system failure - mayor

After the power system failure in Kyiv, water and heat supply are being restored. On the left bank of the capital, water supply has been fully restored, while on the right bank, the situation is more complicated.

Society • January 31, 04:45 PM • 5337 views
Traitor singer Yolka renounced Ukrainian citizenship and received a Russian passport

Elizaveta Ivantsiv, a native of Uzhhorod, known as Yolka, received a Russian passport. This step allowed her to legalize her relationship with musician Rozhden Anusi and resolve business issues in Moscow.

Culture • January 31, 04:40 PM • 43434 views
Danish veterans marched in silent protest against Donald Trump's statementsPhoto

Around 10,000 veterans in Copenhagen protested against Donald Trump's words regarding the role of allies in the war in Afghanistan. They marched to the US embassy, placing flags in honor of the fallen.

News of the World • January 31, 04:33 PM • 6507 views
Pistorius questioned the sincerity of the Kremlin's peaceful intentions

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius expressed skepticism about Putin's peaceful intentions, despite diplomatic efforts. He emphasized that massive shelling of Ukraine and attacks on infrastructure indicate the opposite.

Politics • January 31, 04:23 PM • 11024 views
Death toll from Indonesia landslide rises to 49

In Indonesia, the death toll from the landslide has risen to 49, with 15 more still missing. The search operation continues despite unstable ground and the risk of new collapses.

News of the World • January 31, 04:06 PM • 8964 views
Tragedy in DR Congo: over 200 people died due to mine collapse in Rubaya

Over 200 people died in DR Congo due to the collapse of a coltan mine in Rubaya. The cause was heavy rains that eroded the soil.

News of the World • January 31, 03:56 PM • 5356 views
Satellite images reveal hidden activity at Iran's nuclear facilitiesPhoto

Satellite images recorded renewed activity at Iran's nuclear facilities in Natanz and Isfahan in January 2026. Tehran is constructing new protective structures to conceal the aftermath of last year's US and Israeli airstrikes.

Politics • January 31, 03:39 PM • 24676 views
Ukraine and the Netherlands localize the production of anti-drone radars and increase the supply of Ruta missiles

Ukraine and the Netherlands have agreed to localize the production of IRIS radars and supply Ruta missiles with a range of 450 km. This cooperation will strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities and allow for more effective destruction of military targets.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 03:27 PM • 7856 views
Murmansk ports halted operations due to large-scale blackout in Russia's Arctic region

The ports of Murmansk and adjacent logistics hubs have completely ceased operations due to a critical failure in the energy system. This occurred due to the collapse of outdated power pylons, leaving strategically important facilities on Russia's Arctic coast without power.

Economy • January 31, 02:53 PM • 5097 views
Occupiers plan to turn "Azovstal" into a museum cluster to distort history - Mariupol City Council

The Mariupol City Council reports on the occupiers' intentions to destroy the authentic appearance of "Azovstal". They plan to create a "museum cluster" to erase the memory of Russia's war crimes.

Society • January 31, 02:22 PM • 5048 views
A group of children, including an infant and teenagers, have been returned from occupied Kherson Oblast.

A group of children, aged from 8 months to 17 years, have been rescued from occupied Kherson Oblast. Among them are children whom the occupiers tried to deport or deprive of parental rights.

Society • January 31, 02:13 PM • 4158 views
From Kenya to the trench: a mercenary from Africa eliminated in Donetsk region – HURPhoto

The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (HUR) eliminated Kenyan citizen Clinton Nyapara Mogesu, born in 1997, in the Donetsk direction. He signed a contract with the Russian Ministry of Defence after working in Qatar and died during a "meat assault."

War in Ukraine • January 31, 02:01 PM • 3826 views
NASA postponed the launch of the Artemis II mission due to anomalous cold weather at the spaceport

NASA has postponed the launch of the crewed Artemis II lunar rocket until at least February 8, 2026, due to unfavorable weather conditions in Florida. Extreme cold forced the cancellation of a critical fueling test.

News of the World • January 31, 01:44 PM • 8999 views
Moldova begins restoring power supply after massive outage

Moldovan Energy Minister Dorin Recean announced the stabilization of the country's energy system. Specialists have already restored the operation of key power lines and substations in most regions.

News of the World • January 31, 01:27 PM • 4627 views
Occupiers' morale relies on opioids: GUR released new interceptsVideo

The GUR has recorded widespread opioid use by Russian military personnel to escape the reality of combat. The increase in non-combat losses due to drug addiction has led to 112 deaths in the Central Military District of the Russian Federation in the incomplete year 2025.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 01:23 PM • 17798 views
Putin's war budget is bursting at the seams amid renewed peace talks - Bloomberg

The Russian economy is entering 2026 in a state of critical overstrain, forcing the Kremlin to plan cuts in military spending. This comes amid renewed diplomatic contacts mediated by the United States.

Economy • January 31, 01:12 PM • 16606 views
Russia allowed gasoline exports for producers until July 31, 2026

The Russian government eased restrictions on fuel exports, allowing oil refineries to export gasoline until the end of July 2026. This decision was made amid the stabilization of the domestic market and the accumulation of sufficient reserves.

Economy • January 31, 01:03 PM • 4194 views
"Ukrzaliznytsia" changes routes in three regions and transfers passengers to buses due to the threat of shelling

Due to enemy UAV activity, Ukrzaliznytsia is adjusting train traffic in Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Sumy regions. On some sections, railway connections have been replaced by bus transfers.

Society • January 31, 12:33 PM • 10558 views
A large oil slick and dead birds have been reported off the southern coast of CrimeaPhoto

A large oil slick and dozens of dead birds covered in fuel oil have been reported near Yalta. The occupation authorities deny the fact of pollution, despite satellite images.

Weather and environment • January 31, 12:25 PM • 4498 views
The "Health Screening 40+" program launched in Ukraine today via the Diia application

The "Health Screening 40+" program has been launched in Ukraine via the Diia application. Citizens aged 40 and over will receive funds for examinations to identify disease risks.

Society • January 31, 12:17 PM • 4130 views
US sanctions hit IRGC 'financiers' and organizers of shootings in Iran

The US has imposed extensive sanctions on Iranian officials for shooting protesters and for mass repression in the country.

Economy • January 31, 12:06 PM • 4165 views
Communal collapse in Russia: every seventh region left without heat and light – CPD

The Center for Countering Disinformation reports on a systemic housing and communal services crisis in Russia, which has reached the scale of a national disaster. Since the beginning of January, critical accidents have left hundreds of thousands of Russians without heat and light.

News of the World • January 31, 11:58 AM • 4007 views
Russia began illegal gold mining in occupied Luhansk region - National Resistance Center

The occupation administration in Luhansk region issued the first "licenses" for gold, copper, and zinc mining. Severnaya Mining Company LLC received monopolistic access to the deposits.

Society • January 31, 11:51 AM • 4880 views
Strengthening medical training and developing medical battalions – Syrskyi held a meeting

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi held a meeting on preserving the lives and health of military personnel. The development of medical infrastructure and evacuation of the wounded are key priorities.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 11:37 AM • 4012 views
Iran threatens strike on Israel amid US preparations for military operation

Iran has renewed its threats to strike Israel, declaring its readiness for "preemptive measures" should Washington prepare an attack. This comes as the American aircraft carrier group "Abraham Lincoln" arrives in the region.

News of the World • January 31, 11:24 AM • 16918 views
Ministry of Social Policy refutes fake news about termination of payments for 1.3 million pensioners

The Ministry of Social Policy stated that information about the mass cancellation of pensions for over a million citizens is fake. Payments have been suspended only for 337,000 people who have not undergone identification or have not provided data on the absence of payments from the Russian Federation.

Society • January 31, 11:02 AM • 4252 views
Donald Trump threatens Canada with 50% tariffs on aircraftPhoto

Donald Trump threatens Canada with 50% tariffs on aircraft and to decertify them in the US market. The reason was the delay in the certification of Gulfstream aircraft, which Trump regarded as an obstruction of exports.

Economy • January 30, 06:00 AM • 4922 views