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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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Russia is selling off its gold reserves at the fastest pace since 1998 to cover the budget deficit

Russia’s central bank sold about 62 tonnes of gold over 10 months. The budget deficit in 2026 could rise to 7.3 trillion rubles.

Economy • October 20, 09:55 PM • 7296 views
Trump may completely halt the supply of Patriot missiles to Ukraine – NATO warns of the risks

NATO fears a complete halt to U. S. arms deliveries to Ukraine due to tensions between Zelenskyy and Trump. Patriot deliveries are already being delayed.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 09:37 PM • 16024 views
Uzbekistan agrees with the US on 54 projects worth $12 billion: the sectors in which the countries will cooperate

Uzbekistan and the US have agreed on 54 joint projects worth $12 billion in the energy, technology, aviation and mining sectors. Some of the agreements still need to be financed.

Economy • October 20, 09:18 PM • 4498 views
PSG defeated "Barcelona", while "Manchester City" scored 5 goals: Champions League match resultsPhoto

PSG defeated «Barcelona» 4:2, while «Manchester City» thrashed AEK 5:1. A total of 44 goals were scored in nine Champions League matches.

Sports • October 20, 09:08 PM • 13050 views
"Mamma Mia!" star Amanda Seyfried spoke about life after splitting from her husband

The actress confirmed a new stage in her life after separating from Thomas Sadoski. She did not disclose the reasons for the end of their nine-year marriage.

Culture • October 20, 09:08 PM • 19526 views
Ukraine has shown heroism, but military aid to it has depleted U.S. weapons stocks – HegsethVideo

U. S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that support for Ukraine under the Biden administration had depleted American weapons stocks. He did not provide specific data on the scale of the reduction.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 08:56 PM • 13481 views
In Odesa, a man wounded a military enlistment office serviceman and attempted to run him over

At a checkpoint, a wanted driver wounded a military enlistment office serviceman with an object resembling a knife. The attacker was detained, and the injured serviceman was hospitalized.

Society • October 20, 08:44 PM • 4131 views
A person was killed and 18 others injured in Russian attacks on Kyiv on October 20 — KlitschkoVideo

A person was killed and 18 injured as a result of Russian attacks on Kyiv. Twelve of those wounded remain in hospitals; medical facilities and an energy facility were damaged.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 08:29 PM • 6123 views
Moscow was attacked by more than 140 drones overnight — operations at airports in the Russian capital were restricted

Russian authorities claimed that 144 drones were allegedly shot down over Moscow. Airport operations were temporarily restricted due to the threat of attacks.

News of the World • October 17, 04:58 AM • 10893 views
Vinnytsia was left without electricity after a Russian attack

The Russian attack caused a large-scale power outage in Vinnytsia. Electric transport was halted, and critical facilities were switched to backup power.

Society • October 17, 04:51 AM • 17722 views
European military personnel prepare for possible deployment in Ukraine: large-scale exercises to be held in Poland

In November, 1,500 military personnel from Britain, France, Germany and Poland will practice deploying a contingent to Ukraine. No decision on the mission has been made.

News of the World • October 17, 04:44 AM • 6914 views
Russian night attacks on Ukrainian regions: one person killed in Kherson, dozens injured, and infrastructure damagedPhoto

Russia attacked a number of regions in Ukraine with missiles, aircraft, and drones. An ambulance driver was killed, and dozens of people, including children, were injured.

War in Ukraine • October 17, 04:29 AM • 21607 views
Trump imposed "hellish" sanctions on Russia and immediately suspended their implementation – BBC

Donald Trump formally introduced sweeping sanctions against Russia but postponed their implementation indefinitely. He explained the decision by citing U.S. national interests.

Economy • October 17, 04:19 AM • 20522 views
How many Russian soldiers and pieces of equipment were eliminated by the Ukrainian Armed Forces on the front over the past dayPhoto

Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1,950 soldiers, 1,396 drones, 24 artillery systems, and 329 vehicles. Russia’s total losses exceeded 1.56 million people.

War in Ukraine • October 17, 04:11 AM • 5491 views
Putin announced the creation of a 660-kilometer "security zone" on the territory of Ukraine but refused to discuss it

Putin announced the creation of a 660-kilometer buffer zone along the border with Ukraine. Russia does not want to discuss it in peace talks.

War in Ukraine • October 17, 03:38 AM • 10523 views
Zelenskyy criticized Trump's deal with Russia on diesel and called Moscow's actions regarding peace a "parody"

Zelenskyy said that Russia's diesel exports would increase the Kremlin's revenues. He called Moscow's actions regarding peace negotiations a «parody».

War in Ukraine • October 17, 03:17 AM • 17902 views
Billy Joel said that doctors had forbidden him from performing and driving

Doctors have prohibited 77-year-old Billy Joel from performing and driving due to normal-pressure hydrocephalus. He hopes to return to the stage.

Culture • October 17, 03:05 AM • 37885 views
Sweden unveiled the first GlobalEye aircraft to replace the ASC 890 aircraft it provided to Ukraine

Saab unveiled the first of three GlobalEye aircraft for Sweden. The aircraft will replace two ASC 890s provided to Ukraine in 2024.

News of the World • October 17, 02:55 AM • 6905 views
Mysterious devices discovered on Russian "Molniya-2" drones: could they be an analogue of Starlink?

Devices resembling satellite antennas were discovered on Russian drones. Expert Serhii “Flash” denied their connection to the “Rassvet” system.

War in Ukraine • October 17, 02:38 AM • 18030 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine have begun attacking Russian ports with British K3 Scout maritime drones, media report

According to media reports, Ukraine is using K3 Scout drones to strike Russian ports. The scale of their use and the fact that the drones were transferred have not been officially confirmed.

War in Ukraine • October 17, 02:16 AM • 5406 views
Johnny Depp has found himself at the center of a new scandal: a famous actor has denied being friends with himPhoto

Paul Bettany said that he and Depp had not spoken for several years during Depp's court battles with Amber Heard. Their correspondence became public.

Culture • October 17, 02:05 AM • 35497 views
Putin claimed the capture of 6,500 sq km of Ukraine, but the Russian army’s actual gains are 45 times smaller – ISW

Putin claimed that Russia had captured 6,500 km² of Ukraine. ISW estimated the net increase in occupied territories over nine months at 144.51 km².

War in Ukraine • October 17, 01:56 AM • 18339 views
Scientists tested a drug that protects the intestines from gluten: study results

ANB033 reduced intestinal damage in patients with celiac disease after gluten consumption. The drug still requires larger-scale trials.

Health • October 17, 01:38 AM • 5848 views
Rosneft's oil refinery, which supplies Moscow with fuel, halted part of its production after a drone attack

After the October 15 attack, a fire broke out and equipment was damaged at the Ryazan oil refinery. The other three units continue to operate.

News of the World • October 17, 01:17 AM • 14933 views
Lady Gaga was accused of disrespecting a legendary singer and is being asked to apologizePhoto

Stephanie Mills said that Lady Gaga reacted disrespectfully to her performance of the song “Home. ” The singer is still waiting for an apology.

Culture • October 17, 01:06 AM • 29320 views
Putin wants to use Russians’ pension funds to rescue the economy, which has stalled because of the war

The Russian Federation plans to use pension savings to finance businesses through special funds. Russia’s economy has almost stopped growing.

Economy • October 17, 12:56 AM • 7680 views
Lukashenko stated that Trump has no right to dictate to Ukraine who should be its president

Lukashenko supported holding elections in Ukraine, but stated that its president should be elected only by the Ukrainian people.

Politics • October 17, 12:38 AM • 15118 views
A bill to block Trump's deal with Putin on Russian diesel was introduced in the U.S. Congress

Gregory Meeks introduced a bipartisan bill against imports of Russian diesel. The initiative also tightens sanctions against Russia's energy sector.

Politics • October 17, 12:30 AM • 7798 views
The U.S. budget deficit approached $2 trillion amid a rapid increase in government spending

The U. S. budget deficit increased by 12% to reach $1.99 trillion. Interest payments on the debt exceeded $1 trillion for the first time.

Economy • October 17, 12:16 AM • 7704 views
Tom Cruise accused of trying to recruit Jim Carrey into Scientology

Jenny McCarthy claims that Tom Cruise tried to interest her and Jim Carrey in Scientology. Because of this, Carrey declined a trip to Aspen.

Culture • October 17, 12:06 AM • 28623 views