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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
The General Staff reported Russia’s losses over the past day: 1,600 military personnel, 5 tanks, 50 artillery systems and other equipmentPhoto

Over the past day, Russia lost approximately 1,600 military personnel, 5 tanks, 50 artillery systems and 2,055 drones. Russia’s total personnel losses reached 1,488,200.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 04:10 AM • 3729 views
South Korea plans to become the first country in the world to provide AI to all citizens free of charge

The AI for All program is intended to provide citizens with free access to the premium features of local chatbots. Seoul seeks to reduce its dependence on the United States and China.

News of the World • August 31, 03:48 AM • 14086 views
Flash flood in the Grand Canyon – at least 15 people missing

A flash flood in Arizona damaged infrastructure in the Grand Canyon. Rescuers are evacuating people and searching for at least 15 missing persons.

News of the World • August 31, 03:33 AM • 14801 views
The Russian dry cargo ship attacked near Novorossiysk drifted toward Turkey and ran agroundPhoto

After the attack, the crew abandoned the «OMSKY-107», and the unmanned vessel drifted toward the Turkish coast. The ship ran aground near Şile.

News of the World • August 31, 03:15 AM • 20365 views
Maduro showed photos from an American prison – online users are asking how he was able to publish themPhoto

Maduro released photos from an American prison, taken back on June 25. Users are asking how he passed them on for publication.

News of the World • August 31, 02:56 AM • 14494 views
Google made concessions to Trump and renamed Lake Ontario to "Lake America"

Google Maps in the US shows Lake Ontario as “Lake America” following Trump’s executive order. In Canada and on Apple Maps, the name has not been changed.

News of the World • August 31, 02:38 AM • 18703 views
Ukrainian drone manufacturer Buntar Aerospace receives $10.4 million in investment

The Ukrainian drone manufacturer received funding from Axon Enterprise and Munkene AS. The funds will be used to scale up production and software development.

Economy • August 31, 02:17 AM • 3954 views
The U.S. Senate called on the House of Representatives to urgently pass new sanctions against Russia

Senator Richard Blumenthal called on the House of Representatives to approve sanctions against Russia. The Senate supported the bill by a vote of 86.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 01:55 AM • 16300 views
Brent crude jumped 1.6% to nearly $90 a barrel amid escalating tensions in the Middle East

Brent prices rose 1. 6% after the U.S. strike on Iranian missile installations. Markets are anticipating a possible Federal Reserve rate hike.

Economy • August 31, 01:36 AM • 15226 views
The US war with Iran has become a test for the SCO ahead of the Xi–Putin summit – Bloomberg

SCO leaders will meet in Kyrgyzstan amid US pressure on Iran. The organization is expected to provide Tehran with political, but not military, support.

Politics • August 31, 01:16 AM • 13961 views
A Russian State Duma deputy called for the use of nuclear weapons against Ukraine

Aleksey Zhuravlyov called for the use of tactical nuclear weapons against Ukraine to force its capitulation. There are no signs of preparations for a strike.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 12:55 AM • 16857 views
Hurricane "Karina" is intensifying in the Pacific Ocean and may reach Category 3

Hurricane “Karina” over the Pacific Ocean already has winds of 130 km/h and may reach Category 3. Waves threaten Mexico’s coast.

News of the World • August 31, 12:36 AM • 6085 views
Iran's Supreme Leader called on Muslim countries to unite against the United States and Israel

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei called on Muslim leaders to oppose the United States and Israel. New incidents occurred in the Middle East.

News of the World • August 31, 12:16 AM • 15121 views
Dolly Parton was buried beside her husband in a private ceremony in Nashville

Dolly Parton was buried on August 28 in Nashville after dying of cancer. She was buried beside her husband, Carl Dean, in the presence of family.

Culture • August 31, 12:06 AM • 40366 views
Russia is preparing to return a missile cruiser to service after nearly 30 years of repairs

The nuclear-powered cruiser “Admiral Nakhimov” is completing trials after modernization. The ship will receive 80 missile launchers and cost more than 200 billion rubles.

News of the World • August 30, 11:55 PM • 10040 views
Algeria sent fighter jets to Niger after a failed military coup

Algeria sent four Su-30 fighter jets to Niger at the request of the military authorities. The aircraft are intended to counter attempts at destabilization.

News of the World • August 30, 11:37 PM • 8819 views
NASA and SpaceX postponed the launch of a mission to the ISS due to a leak in the Dragon spacecraft

The launch of Crew-13 to the ISS was postponed due to an oxidizer leak in Dragon's propulsion system. A new date for the mission has not yet been determined.

News of the World • August 30, 11:16 PM • 5371 views
The Icelandic parliament will discuss the results of the referendum on joining the EU

52. 8% of Icelanders opposed resuming negotiations with the EU. Parliament will discuss the further fate of the application, which has not been officially withdrawn.

Politics • August 30, 10:57 PM • 4112 views
The funeral of King Harald V of Norway will take place on September 9

Harald V died on August 28 at the age of 89 after a prolonged deterioration in his health. The ceremony will take place on September 9 at 1:00 p.m.

News of the World • August 30, 10:38 PM • 3903 views
Kim Jong Un replaced North Korea’s defense minister and reshuffled the military leadership

Kim Son Gi became North Korea’s defense minister, replacing No Kwang Chol. Pak Jong Chon returned to head the military commission.

Politics • August 30, 10:17 PM • 4760 views
Billie Eilish officiated her brother Finneas's wedding ceremony in CaliforniaPhoto

Finneas O'Connell married Claudia Sulewski at a ranch in Montecito. The ceremony was officiated by Billie Eilish, and the bride changed into four different outfits.

Culture • August 30, 10:06 PM • 39977 views
The State Duma stated that VPNs are “dangerous” for Russians and may lead them to the “wrong” internet

The State Duma of the Russian Federation stated that VPNs lead Russians to the “wrong” internet. In March, they were downloaded 9.2 million times.

Politics • August 30, 09:55 PM • 8610 views
Mourning wreaths appeared near defense companies in Lithuania and the Czech Republic – Russian intelligence services suspected of provocationPhoto

Wreaths and photos of executives appeared near defense companies in Vilnius and the Czech Republic. Lithuania suspects a provocation linked to Russian intelligence services.

News of the World • August 30, 09:36 PM • 18624 views
In Germany, Wagenknecht’s party wants to join forces with the AfD to oppose aid to Ukraine

The BSW in Saxony-Anhalt is counting on support from the AfD to block military aid to Ukraine through the Bundesrat. Wagenknecht called for no funds to be provided.

Politics • August 30, 09:15 PM • 17375 views
Trump urged Canadian companies to immediately move their businesses to the United StatesPhoto

Donald Trump urged Canadian companies to immediately move their businesses to the United States. He promised them no tariffs amid the trade dispute.

Politics • August 30, 08:58 PM • 7689 views
The U.S. has begun training Polish special forces in drone tactics based on Ukraine’s experience

American Green Berets are training Polish special forces in Germany to use drones based on Ukrainian experience. The program may be expanded to NATO.

News of the World • August 30, 08:45 PM • 4075 views
Miners are on strike in Russia because they have not been paid their wages for almost a year

Since October 2025, the miners of the Severny Kuzbass company have not been paid more than 500 million rubles. The region’s coal industry is experiencing a crisis.

News of the World • August 30, 08:23 PM • 10633 views
The US struck IRGC missile launchers on Iran’s Larak Island – Al Jazeera

US forces said they had struck two IRGC launchers that were preparing missiles for launch toward the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has not provided confirmation.

News of the World • August 30, 08:08 PM • 7199 views
Venezuela’s energy deal with the United States will last 25 years and provide for the production of 1.5 million barrels of oil per day – Delcy Rodríguez

The agreement provides for the development of 17 fields and the production of more than 1. 5 million barrels of oil daily. They plan to develop 8 more blocks.

Economy • August 30, 04:58 AM • 9927 views
CIA Director proposed a meeting between Trump, Zelenskyy and putin to end the war – Axios

John Ratcliffe proposed a trilateral summit to revive talks on the war. Ukrainian officials doubt putin’s readiness.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 04:44 AM • 47508 views