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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
Iranian leadership officially united around new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei

The military leadership and the IRGC supported Mojtaba Khamenei as the new leader. Tehran rejected US interference after Trump's statements about the illegitimacy of the government.

News of the World • March 9, 07:27 AM • 5218 views
Ukraine's Defense Forces repelled 130 enemy attacks over the past day

The General Staff reported 130 combat engagements and nine thousand enemy kamikaze drones. The most difficult situation remains in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions.

War in Ukraine • March 9, 07:15 AM • 3889 views
Trump announced that the decision to end the war against Iran would be joint with Netanyahu

Trump announced the agreement on the final steps of the operation with Israel. The active phase of hostilities is planned to be completed within four to six weeks.

News of the World • March 9, 07:08 AM • 5507 views
"Greens" defeat Merz's conservatives in German Baden-Württemberg elections

The Green Party won 30. 4% of the votes, ahead of the CDU with 29.7%. The far-right AfD came in third, and the SPD barely crossed the threshold.

Politics • March 8, 09:01 PM • 19277 views
White House Prepares Economic Deal with Cuba That Could Ease Travel to Havana

The Trump administration plans to ease sanctions and expand air travel with Cuba. The agreement provides for business preferences and simplified visa rules.

News of the World • March 8, 08:48 PM • 8599 views
NYPD identifies device near Mayor Mamdani's residence as an improvised explosive device

Police identified a device with nuts and a detonator that was thrown during protests. An 18-year-old suspect and his accomplice have been detained.

News of the World • March 8, 08:39 PM • 7204 views
Witkoff and Kushner to visit Israel, angered by overly extensive strikes on Iran

Trump's envoys will hold talks due to US dissatisfaction with the intensity of attacks on oil facilities. Washington fears the Iranians rallying around the regime.

Politics • March 8, 08:27 PM • 9250 views
Russia attacked the Armed Forces of Ukraine with thousands of drones and a hundred aerial bombs in a day, with a total of 120 combat engagements - General Staff

The General Staff recorded 120 combat engagements on the front and massive UAV strikes. Artillery and over 50 occupiers were destroyed in the Pokrovsk direction.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 08:12 PM • 6418 views
China's Foreign Ministry calls 2026 "important" for China-US relations and predicts a successful summit

Wang Yi stated that stable relations with the US take precedence over conflicts in the Middle East. Beijing is preparing talks on tariffs and mineral exports.

Politics • March 8, 07:59 PM • 8056 views
In Volyn, a group of individuals attacked a TCC car and forcibly released a conscript

A group of individuals in seven cars blocked a TCC vehicle, injured two servicemen, and abducted a conscript. Police are searching for the attackers in connection with a serious crime.

Society • March 8, 07:46 PM • 51564 views
Kansas City Airport in the US was urgently evacuated due to a security threat

At Kansas City Airport, 2,000 people were evacuated to the runway due to a security alert. The FBI is investigating the threat, and all flights are currently suspended.

News of the World • March 8, 07:39 PM • 6565 views
Netanyahu called on the Iranian people to revolt

The Israeli Prime Minister called on Iranians to revolt against tyranny. He predicts a strategic partnership after the fall of the current regime.

Politics • March 8, 07:26 PM • 7598 views
Japan becomes the first country in the world to approve stem cell treatment for Parkinson's disease

Japan has approved iPS cell therapy for the treatment of Parkinson's and heart disease. New drugs will be available to patients in the summer of 2026.

Health • March 8, 07:15 PM • 7847 views
US and Israel struck Iran's nuclear facility in Isfahan

The missile attack destroyed the facility's infrastructure for blocking uranium stockpiles. No signs of radioactive contamination in the area have been recorded so far.

News of the World • March 8, 07:06 PM • 6282 views
Iran's Army reports 104 dead after US attack on frigate 'Dena'

104 sailors died as a result of a US submarine torpedo attack near Sri Lanka. The frigate was returning from exercises when it was sunk in neutral waters.

News of the World • March 8, 06:54 PM • 6831 views
Son of slain Ayatollah likely to become new supreme leader of Iran – sources

Iran's Spiritual Council has elected Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's son as his successor amid war. The US demands a say, and Israel has eliminated the head of the military office.

News of the World • March 8, 06:42 PM • 18852 views
Market prepares for oil price jump to $100 per barrel – FT

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and overflowing storage tanks have caused a shortage of raw materials. Analysts predict a historic rise in oil and fuel prices.

Economy • March 8, 06:30 PM • 16621 views
US considers special operation to seize Iranian uranium

The Trump administration is planning a special operation to seize 441 kg of enriched uranium in Iran. This amount of material is enough to create 11 nuclear warheads.

News of the World • March 8, 06:17 PM • 8889 views
Trump threatens to block signing of bills until electoral reform package is passed

Donald Trump demands the passage of the Save America Act with strict election rules. The package includes restrictions for transgender people and new ID requirements.

News of the World • March 8, 06:03 PM • 7553 views
The Kremlin stated that international law has effectively ceased to exist

The Kremlin spokesman announced the collapse of the global legal system and the emergence of a vacuum. Peskov claims that international norms no longer have practical meaning.

Politics • March 8, 05:52 PM • 13611 views
Discovery in New Mexico caves changes understanding of the possibility of life on other planets

Microbiologists have discovered bacteria in dark caves that photosynthesize using infrared light. This expands the boundaries of the search for habitable worlds near red stars.

News of the World • March 8, 05:36 PM • 18660 views
Iraq's oil production fell by 60% due to a shortage of tankers and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

Due to the war with Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Iraq reduced production to 1. 8 million barrels. The shortage of tankers and storage facilities caused an energy crisis.

News of the World • March 8, 05:24 PM • 6492 views
Australia considers requests for assistance from countries affected by Iranian attacks

Canberra is considering requests for assistance from states affected by Tehran's strikes. Australia will not participate in offensive actions against Iran.

News of the World • March 8, 05:06 PM • 6494 views
Norwegian police investigate explosion near US Embassy in Oslo as targeted attack

An explosion occurred near the US Embassy in Oslo with no casualties. Police link the attack to the war in the Middle East and are searching for those involved using drones.

News of the World • March 8, 04:56 PM • 6543 views
Birds of Magyar destroyed Tor SAM system and Zhitel electronic warfare complex during a night huntVideo

Unmanned systems forces struck valuable enemy equipment and warehouses in the occupied territories. Domestic long-range FP-2 drones were used for the attack.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 04:42 PM • 7008 views
US not planning to abandon sanctions against Russia – Energy Minister Wright

Energy Minister Chris Wright announced the continuation of the sanctions policy against Russia. Washington is seeking a balance between deterring the aggressor and market stability.

Economy • March 8, 04:34 PM • 13074 views
Tehran engulfed in massive fires, toxic smoke, and acid rain after airstrikes

Israeli aircraft struck three oil depots in Tehran, causing an environmental disaster. Minister Eli Cohen warned of new attacks on infrastructure.

News of the World • March 8, 04:22 PM • 5884 views
Ukrenergo: Power outages to continue in some regions on March 9

Due to infrastructure damage from the attacks on March 9, restrictions will be in effect for the population and industry. Schedules will last from 08:00 until the end of the day.

Society • March 8, 04:10 PM • 7397 views
Russia has been massively attacking gas production facilities in Poltava region for the second day in a row

Due to drone strikes, some facilities have been shut down and equipment damaged. There are no casualties, and specialists from the State Emergency Service and Naftogaz are eliminating the consequences.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 04:00 PM • 6437 views
A Women's March took place in the center of Kyiv, where over 3,000 participants rallied in support of equality and safetyPhoto

A large-scale rally was held in the capital in support of women in the Defense Forces and for the protection of the rights of those affected by the war. The event proceeded without any breaches of order.

Society • March 8, 03:49 PM • 5287 views