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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
Traders predict euro to fall to parity with dollarPhoto

The euro exchange rate fell to a four-month low due to rising oil prices. Investors expect stagflation in the eurozone and are massively buying up the US dollar.

Economy • March 9, 03:43 PM • 4438 views
Dollar on interbank market set a historical record, reaching the 44 hryvnia markPhoto

For the first time in Ukraine's history, the dollar exchange rate reached the 44 hryvnia mark on the interbank market. The European currency also shows growth to 50.92 hryvnias.

Economy • March 9, 03:11 PM • 3464 views
Macron initiates creation of military escort for ships in the Strait of Hormuz

France is preparing a defensive operation to escort tankers due to threats from Iran. Macron supported Cyprus after the attacks and deployed air defense systems there.

News of the World • March 9, 03:00 PM • 3939 views
Dry and sunny weather is expected in Ukraine on March 10 due to the influence of an anticyclone - forecaster

On March 10, sunny weather without precipitation is expected in Ukraine, with temperatures up to +17 degrees. In Kyiv, the air will warm up to +14 with a moderate wind.

Weather and environment • March 9, 02:46 PM • 2578 views
Ministry of Economy refutes fake news about reduction of maternity leave in Ukraine

The draft Labor Code retains 126 days of leave and childcare until the age of 3. Additionally, 4 months of parental leave until the age of 8 are introduced.

Society • March 9, 02:26 PM • 3924 views
Abramovich's lawyers refused to transfer $3.3 billion from the sale of Chelsea to Ukraine and claim the money belongs to the oligarch

The oligarch's lawyers claim rights to the funds and threaten legal action. The British government demands the money be transferred to Ukraine by March 17 under threat of confiscation.

News of the World • March 9, 02:14 PM • 4088 views
Von der Leyen questioned the effectiveness of the unanimity principle and consensus voting in the EU

The President of the European Commission called for a change in the decision-making system due to the blocking of aid to Ukraine. She considers the post-war EU rules ineffective today.

Politics • March 9, 01:59 PM • 4986 views
The Ministry of Internal Affairs launched the online service "Identification by Tattoo" to identify missing personsPhoto

A catalog of tattoo sketches from unidentified bodies has appeared on the Single Window for Citizens portal. The filter system helps identify relatives by description.

Society • March 9, 01:46 PM • 3212 views
In Prykarpattia, a conscript attacked a TCC notification group with a knife, injuring soldiers

In the Kalush district, a man stabbed two soldiers during a document check. The victims were hospitalized, and the attacker faces up to 12 years in prison.

Society • March 9, 01:14 PM • 3563 views
Orban called on the EU to suspend energy sanctions against Russia due to the oil crisisVideo

The Hungarian Prime Minister appealed to the EU to suspend sanctions against Russian energy. Orban accuses Ukraine of blocking oil supplies.

Economy • March 9, 12:49 PM • 5462 views
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry accused Hungary of state banditry and gross violation of the rights of detained Ukrainian cash collectors

Hungarian security forces, using an armored personnel carrier, detained Ukrainian cash collectors and seized bank property. The victims were held in handcuffs and tortured.

Society • March 9, 12:34 PM • 59780 views
Iran continues oil exports from Kharg Island terminal despite airstrikesPhoto

Satellites recorded tankers being loaded at the key terminal after the attacks. Tehran is using covert routes to maintain supply rates.

Economy • March 9, 12:18 PM • 6211 views
Hungarian government recorded a record budget deficit due to Orbán's pre-election spending

Hungary's budget deficit reached $6. 4 billion due to pre-election social payments. Fitch Ratings changed the country's rating outlook to negative.

News of the World • March 9, 12:07 PM • 18482 views
The mayor of Crans-Montana has become an official suspect in the case of a fatal fire in a ski bar

Mayor Nicolas Féraud is suspected of negligence due to the lack of safety inspections at the bar. The tragedy during the fire on January 1 was one of the largest in the country.

News of the World • March 9, 11:07 AM • 4655 views
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine expanded its database of foreign components in Russian and Iranian drones

Intelligence identified 19 new companies and dozens of foreign components in enemy UAVs. The data has been handed over to partners to strengthen sanctions pressure.

War in Ukraine • March 9, 10:54 AM • 3577 views
Putin congratulated Mojtaba Khamenei on his election as Supreme Leader of Iran

The Russian dictator sent a congratulatory message to the new leader of Iran and called for strengthening the partnership. Putin emphasized the importance of uniting the people.

News of the World • March 9, 10:37 AM • 4799 views
Oschadbank temporarily suspended electronic services due to cyberattack

The state bank suspended the operation of digital services on March 9 due to suspicious activity. Specialists are checking the systems to protect customer data.

Society • March 9, 10:29 AM • 3808 views
Putin signed a law on immunity for foreign mercenaries in the ranks of the Russian armed forces - CPD

The new law prohibits the extradition of foreign military personnel of the Russian Federation to other states. Criminals wanted internationally will receive immunity for participating in the war against Ukraine.

News of the World • March 9, 10:13 AM • 4643 views
Ukraine has taken a key position in the structure of US and German defense exports

According to SIPRI, Ukraine ranked second among recipients of US weapons. Germany directs 24% of its defense exports to help Ukrainians.

Economy • March 9, 10:05 AM • 4846 views
The death toll from the massive floods in Kenya has risen to 42, and rescue operations are ongoing

Heavy rains in Nairobi and other regions have killed 42 people. Rescuers found 172 vehicles, and the president ordered aid from reserves.

News of the World • March 9, 09:50 AM • 4545 views
Israeli aviation struck the Russian cultural center in the Lebanese city of NabatiehVideo

The airstrike on the city of Nabatieh almost completely destroyed the building of the Russian center. Israel also attacked Hezbollah infrastructure and a hotel in Beirut.

News of the World • March 9, 09:42 AM • 4941 views
SBU eliminated a large-scale scheme for manufacturing fake law enforcement IDs for draft dodgersPhoto

A former serviceman and 18 accomplices produced forged documents for $3,000-5,000. During searches, fakes and combat weapons were seized.

Crimes and emergencies • March 9, 09:30 AM • 3340 views
Explosion near synagogue in Liège, Belgium

An explosion occurred near a synagogue in Liège, damaging buildings. Police are investigating the incident as a criminal act, with anti-terrorist units working at the scene.

News of the World • March 9, 09:19 AM • 4444 views
Global gas and coal prices are soaring after oil amid an energy crisis due to the war in IranPhoto

European gas prices rose by 30%, and coal reached its highest level since November 2024. The blockade of supplies from Iran and Qatar threatens a global shortage.

Economy • March 9, 09:09 AM • 6031 views
Analysts predict a possible rise in oil prices to $215 per barrelPhoto

Oil prices reached $100 due to blocked routes in the Middle East. Experts expect the price per barrel to rise to $215 in case of raw material shortages.

Economy • March 9, 08:47 AM • 5631 views
Occupiers opened the first "Yunarmia class" for fifth-graders in a Mariupol schoolVideo

At school No. 41, the occupiers involved 17 children in the Yunarmia military movement. Students will be taught drill training and weapons for service in the Russian army.

Society • March 9, 08:40 AM • 3957 views
Rescuers have completed clearing the rubble of a five-story building in Kharkiv destroyed by a Russian missilePhoto

Rescuers have completed clearing the rubble of the building in Kharkiv where 10 people died. Among the victims are two children; the fate of four more residents remains unknown.

Society • March 9, 08:30 AM • 4537 views
Russian arms exports plummeted by 64% and lost ground to Germany and China

Russia's share of the global arms market has shrunk to 6. 8 percent due to isolation. Germany has surpassed China and Russia in terms of international deliveries.

News of the World • March 9, 08:14 AM • 4654 views
Bugatti Bolide hypercar conquered the Formula 1 track in Miami as part of an exclusive program for ownersPhoto

Bugatti Bolide owners tested hypercars at the Miami circuit under the supervision of engineers. The program included five sessions and analysis of car telemetry.

Auto • March 9, 07:53 AM • 3180 views
Ukrainian defenders completely defeated the occupiers' armored group in the Huliaipole directionVideo

Defense forces destroyed an enemy tank, armored combat vehicle, and quad bikes on the route to Malynivka. All enemy paratroopers were eliminated by pinpoint drone strikes.

War in Ukraine • March 9, 07:34 AM • 5403 views