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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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Body of man killed by Russian drone discovered in Sumy region – Regional Military Administration

The body of a 38-year-old man who died from a drone strike was discovered in the Sumy district. The deceased had previously evacuated to Sumy due to constant shelling.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 01:57 PM • 2849 views
Jackson Pollock painting sold at auction for a record $181 million

The painting 'Number 7A, 1948' was sold for a record $181 million in New York. This canvas became the fourth most expensive work of art in auction history.

Culture • May 19, 01:51 PM • 10999 views
Death toll from strike on Pryluky rises to three, including a 15-year-old boy

As a result of a ballistic missile strike on Pryluky, three people were killed and 29 were injured. A fire broke out in a shopping center in the city due to the hit.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 01:41 PM • 3149 views
Zelenskyy received the European Order of Merit at the European Parliament

Zelenskyy was inducted into the European Order of Merit for defending EU values. The award was also received by Maia Sandu, Angela Merkel, and the band U2.

News of the World • May 19, 01:34 PM • 3498 views
Russians have attacked AFU positions 63 times since the beginning of the day at the front – General Staff

Since the beginning of the day, the enemy has attacked the AFU 63 times, concentrating efforts in the Pokrovsk direction. In the Huliaipole sector, ten attacks by the occupiers were repelled.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 01:27 PM • 2299 views
Russians attacked Chernihiv region with drones over the past day – there are wounded and destructionPhoto

As a result of attacks in the Koriukivka district and Chernihiv, two people were hospitalized. Residential buildings, vehicles, and civilian infrastructure were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 05:03 AM • 5502 views
Russia expands its "shadow" fleet of LNG tankers to bypass sanctions and increase exports

Russia has deployed the vessels Kosmos, Mercury, Orion, and Luch for shipments from Arctic LNG 2. In total, the shadow gas fleet already consists of at least 20 tankers.

Economy • May 18, 04:59 AM • 4400 views
Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship to arrive in Rotterdam today for quarantine and disinfection

The MV Hondius is set to arrive in Rotterdam for disinfection following a hantavirus outbreak. Three people have died as a result of the illness, and the crew will be placed under quarantine.

Health • May 18, 04:47 AM • 4636 views
Cuba accuses US of fabricating "drone threat" to justify potential attack

Cuba denies purchasing 300 drones for attacks on US facilities. Havana calls these allegations a pretext for sanctions and possible military aggression.

News of the World • May 18, 04:35 AM • 3973 views
Russian drones struck Odesa overnight – houses, a lyceum, and a kindergarten damagedPhoto

Two people were injured as a result of the overnight drone attack on Odesa. Residential buildings, a lyceum, a kindergarten, and city infrastructure facilities were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 04:27 AM • 42191 views
The number of casualties following the Russian attack on Dnipro has risen to 18 people, including a 2-year-old girlVideo

As a result of the missile strike on Dnipro, 18 people were injured, including a two-year-old girl and a ten-year-old boy. Eight adults were hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 04:09 AM • 4687 views
Defense Forces eliminated over 1,200 more Russian military personnel in the past day – General StaffPhoto

In the past 24 hours, the Defense Forces eliminated 1,220 occupiers and destroyed 1,603 drones. Total losses of the Russian army have already exceeded 1.35 million people.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 03:59 AM • 5058 views
Ebola outbreak in Congo causes alarm due to war and lack of vaccine – BBC

WHO has declared an emergency due to an outbreak of a rare strain of Ebola in Congo. 250 cases and 80 deaths have been recorded in the combat zone.

Health • May 18, 03:33 AM • 4587 views
German drones for Ukraine to receive "express updates" directly on the battlefieldPhoto

STARK and IBM have created a system for rapid drone software updates in combat zones. The technology allows drones to be adapted for specific missions.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 03:15 AM • 4725 views
Ukraine is developing its own Freya anti-ballistic system to replace the Patriot

The Fire Point company presented the Freya project to combat ballistic missiles amid a shortage of Patriot systems. The system will serve as a cheaper and faster alternative.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 02:58 AM • 6042 views
Gold prices fall amid inflation fears fueled by a protracted war with Iran and the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz

The price of gold dropped to $4,550 due to the war with Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Investors anticipate rising inflation and interest rate hikes.

Economy • May 18, 02:39 AM • 4950 views
Oil rose above $110 as there are no signs of an end to the war with Iran despite Trump's pressure for a deal

The price of Brent rose to $111 due to the war between the US and Iran. Risks of oil supply blockades are provoking stock market declines and rising interest rates.

Economy • May 18, 02:17 AM • 4549 views
Pope Leo XIV establishes an Artificial Intelligence commission in the Vatican

Pope Leo XIV establishes a commission in the Vatican to coordinate the Church's actions regarding AI. The Pontiff is preparing an encyclical on the ethical impact of technology on humanity.

News of the World • May 18, 01:58 AM • 4316 views
Argentina retires legendary A-4 Skyhawks and will replace them with F-16s previously planned for Ukraine

Argentina has decommissioned its A-4 Skyhawk aircraft after 60 years of service. They will be replaced by 24 F-16 fighters that Denmark had initially planned to provide to Ukraine.

News of the World • May 18, 01:40 AM • 4372 views
Ukrainian drones can down "Shaheds" even from New York – Brave1 reveals new details about interceptorsPhoto

Ukraine produces over 2,000 low-cost interceptor drones per day. Operators can control the equipment remotely from anywhere on the planet.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 01:17 AM • 17396 views
The number of injured following the missile strike on Dnipro has risen to nine, including a childVideo

As a result of the attack on a residential neighborhood in Dnipro, nine people were injured, including a child. Four of the victims have been hospitalized in moderate condition.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 01:07 AM • 15389 views
Britain nears free trade deal with Gulf states - FT

Britain and the Gulf states are finalizing free trade negotiations. The deal is expected to contribute up to £3.1 billion annually to the British economy.

Politics • May 18, 12:56 AM • 4535 views
Russia launched a missile strike on Dnipro – a residential neighborhood was hit, casualties reported

As a result of the missile strike on Dnipro, a residential neighborhood was damaged and three people were injured. Rescuers are extricating residents from the damaged building.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 12:47 AM • 5529 views
Bear kills man near the Bulgarian capital

In the Vitosha Mountains near Sofia, a female bear with cubs killed a 30-year-old man. This is the first fatal wild animal attack in Bulgaria since 2010.

Society • May 18, 12:37 AM • 13819 views
Socialists suffer historic defeat in Spain's Andalusia elections

Spain's Socialists have suffered a historic defeat in the Andalusia elections. The conservative People's Party will secure a majority of seats in the local parliament.

Politics • May 18, 12:15 AM • 4328 views
In Nigeria, over 80 children missing after militant attacks on schools

In Borno and Oyo states, militants kidnapped more than 80 students during attacks on schools. Authorities are conducting searches, and police have detained three suspects.

News of the World • May 17, 11:57 PM • 3479 views
Canada confirms first case of hantavirus among cruise ship passengers

Canada has confirmed a case of hantavirus in a cruise ship passenger. The infected Yukon resident is currently in the hospital, and other contacts have been isolated.

Health • May 17, 11:38 PM • 4502 views
Russian drones attacked Odesa – houses damaged, child and man injured

As a result of the UAV attack in Odesa, houses, a lyceum, and a kindergarten were damaged. An 11-year-old boy and a 59-year-old man were injured; they are receiving medical assistance.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 11:34 PM • 20046 views
Ukrainian esports team NAVI crowned champions of IEM Atlanta 2026 in Counter-Strike 2

NAVI defeated GamerLegion with a score of 3:0 to become IEM Atlanta 2026 champions. The prize pool for the tournament in the USA was $1 million.

Sports • May 17, 11:16 PM • 4028 views
Crashed drone linked to Ukraine found in Lithuania

A crashed drone without explosives was discovered in the Lithuanian village of Samanė. Authorities suggest it is of Ukrainian origin, having crashed due to interference from Russian electronic warfare systems.

News of the World • May 17, 10:57 PM • 3683 views