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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
Ukraine may deploy Sky Fortress drone detection system in Middle East - FT

Ukraine is negotiating with the US and Gulf countries to sell the Sky Fortress acoustic network. The system uses thousands of sensors for detection.

News of the World • March 8, 03:35 PM • 6517 views
Fico threatens to block EU loan for Ukraine and travels to Brussels due to the shutdown of the Druzhba oil pipeline

The Slovak Prime Minister threatens to halt 90 billion euros in aid to Kyiv due to the cessation of oil transit. Fico demands an immediate resumption of supplies.

News of the World • March 8, 03:18 PM • 6653 views
Cadets of the Kazan Tank School have begun cooperation with the ATESH movement to sabotage the warPhoto

Future officers are providing partisans with photos of the territory and data on the institution's logistics. Cadets are choosing the path of resistance to avoid death at the front.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 06:00 AM • 88081 views
Ukrzaliznytsia changes routes of several trains due to damage to railway infrastructure in three regions

Due to infrastructure damage in Rivne, Vinnytsia, and Zhytomyr regions, trains are running with delays. Reserve diesel locomotives are being used for movement.

Society • March 7, 05:43 AM • 10260 views
Global oil and gas prices hit multi-year records due to war with Iran

Brent crude rose to $92. 69 due to the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz and infrastructure attacks. QatarEnergy declared force majeure due to the chaos.

Economy • March 7, 05:24 AM • 15261 views
Over 1,000 occupiers eliminated by Defense Forces in a day - General StaffPhoto

1010 occupiers and 44 artillery systems eliminated in a day. Total enemy losses reached 1,272,360 personnel, and 170 units of automotive equipment were also destroyed.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 05:15 AM • 9056 views
In Kharkiv, 4 people have already died after a Russian missile strike on a multi-story building.

Rescuers have recovered the fourth body from under the rubble of a five-story building in Kharkiv. 10 people were injured, including three children, and the search continues.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 05:01 AM • 22270 views
Japan urged the US to protect trade preferences from new customs rules

Minister Ryosei Akazawa urged Washington not to raise tariffs on Japanese goods. Tokyo promises investments of $550 billion and energy cooperation.

Economy • March 7, 05:00 AM • 6298 views
War with Iran triggered a sharp rise in fuel prices in the US

Gasoline prices in the US rose by 11% due to the conflict with Iran and oil at $90. This creates political risks for Republicans ahead of the elections.

Economy • March 7, 04:38 AM • 5767 views
US court finds Pakistani man guilty of conspiracy to assassinate Trump and other US politicians

A New York court has found Asif Merchant guilty of plotting to assassinate US politicians on behalf of Iran. He faces life imprisonment for terrorism.

News of the World • March 7, 04:19 AM • 5436 views
Scientists confirm that waves of devastating drought are becoming more frequent due to warming

A climate study by scientists from South Korea and Australia has revealed the rapid spread of anomalous heat that instantly dries out the soil. Over the past forty years, the land area suffering from such combined natural disasters has increased from 2.5% to almost 17%.

News of the World • March 7, 04:00 AM • 5160 views
US conducted deadly operation against drug cartels in Ecuador

The US has conducted "lethal kinetic operations" in Ecuador at the request of the government to eliminate narco-terrorist networks. The military actions are aimed at dismantling cartel bases used for cocaine smuggling.

News of the World • March 7, 03:40 AM • 5216 views
Rescuers pulled the body of the second victim from under the rubble of a high-rise building in Kharkiv

In the Kyiv district of Kharkiv, the body of the second deceased person was recovered from under the rubble of a high-rise building. SES rescuers continue to search for five more residents.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 03:26 AM • 5529 views
Iran reports over 1,300 civilian deaths and rejects Trump's demands for surrender

Iran's Ambassador to the UN reported the deaths of 1,332 civilians as a result of US and Israeli strikes, accusing them of destroying civilian infrastructure. Tehran rejects Donald Trump's demands for surrender.

News of the World • March 7, 03:20 AM • 4826 views
US Department of Justice releases new documents in Epstein case with unverified allegations against Trump

The US Department of Justice has released materials from the Jeffrey Epstein case, including FBI interrogation records concerning Donald Trump. In them, a woman testifies about a possible sexual incident that allegedly occurred many years ago.

News of the World • March 7, 03:00 AM • 6029 views
Artificial lighting of the night sky by satellites threatens human health and the ecosystem

Scientists at Northwestern University warn about the danger of SpaceX and Reflect Orbital satellite projects. Their artificial lighting of the night sky can disrupt natural light and darkness cycles, which will negatively affect human health and ecosystems.

Health • March 7, 02:39 AM • 6351 views
US State Department urgently approved sale of 12,000 aerial bombs to Israel, bypassing Congress

Marco Rubio used emergency powers to supply 12,000 bombs, each weighing 450 kg. The decision is explained by the critical need of the Israeli army.

Politics • March 7, 02:29 AM • 36360 views
China approves technological breakthrough strategy with focus on AI and robotics – SVR

The PRC government has adopted the 15th five-year development plan for 2026-2030, which envisages large-scale industrialization of high-tech sectors. Priorities include artificial intelligence, humanoid robotics, and space technologies.

News of the World • March 7, 02:20 AM • 4450 views
Rescuers found a deceased person under the rubble of a residential building in KharkivPhotoVideo

Rescuers recovered the body of a deceased person from under the debris of a building in Kharkiv. 10 people were injured, and the fate of ten more residents remains unknown.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 02:17 AM • 4024 views
Peace between Ukraine and Russia remains possible despite the alleged transfer of intelligence by Russians to Iran about US positions – White HouseVideo

The White House believes that reaching a peace agreement is realistic even after news of Russia's assistance to Iran. Karoline Leavitt announced Trump's direct statement on the situation.

Politics • March 7, 02:11 AM • 18595 views
US interested in Ukrainian acoustic drone detection systems to combat Shaheds

Ukraine is negotiating with the US and Qatar on comprehensive solutions for intercepting "Shaheds," including unique Ukrainian acoustic sensors. These systems identify aerial targets by sound at long distances using artificial intelligence.

News of the World • March 7, 02:00 AM • 4963 views
Deadly storms in Oklahoma killed two people ahead of a new wave of bad weather

A 47-year-old woman and her 13-year-old daughter died in Oklahoma due to a suspected tornado. Forecasters warn of even more intense weather conditions threatening millions of Americans.

News of the World • March 7, 01:40 AM • 4581 views
The number of injured in Kharkiv has risen to 10, with 5 people under the rubble of a building – OVAPhoto

The number of injured in the Kyivskyi district has risen to ten people. Rescuers are searching for five residents under the rubble of the destroyed high-rise building.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 01:30 AM • 33479 views
Swedish Coast Guard detains suspicious stateless vessel in the Baltic Sea

Swedish law enforcement officers detained the cargo ship Caffa near Trelleborg on suspicion of using a false flag. The stateless dry cargo ship was previously on the Russian register and is included in Ukraine's sanctions lists.

News of the World • March 7, 01:14 AM • 4244 views
Hezbollah actively prepared for war with Israel in recent months and rearmed – Reuters

The Lebanese group Hezbollah has been actively rearming with missiles and drones, preparing for a conflict with Israel. The organization has focused on precision-guided munitions to counter the technological superiority of the Israeli army.

News of the World • March 7, 12:56 AM • 4759 views
US pressures Sri Lanka to prevent repatriation of Iranian sailors

The US State Department is demanding that Sri Lanka not return 240 sailors from two vessels to Iran, one of which was sunk by a US submarine. Washington seeks to prevent Tehran from using the sailors for propaganda purposes.

News of the World • March 7, 12:37 AM • 4227 views
Russians hit a high-rise building in Kharkiv with a ballistic missile, people may be under the rubble – mayor

The occupiers launched a ballistic missile strike on a residential area in the Kyivskyi district of Kharkiv. A direct hit on a multi-story building was recorded, with significant destruction and a fire. An 11-year-old boy was injured.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 12:25 AM • 3939 views
Israel supports Iranian Kurds' plans to seize border areas of Iran

The Israel Defense Forces are bombing western regions of Iran to support Kurdish militias preparing for a ground offensive. Kurdish groups plan to seize strategic cities near the border.

News of the World • March 7, 12:14 AM • 6646 views
US Justice Department demands confiscation of $15 million from network of Iranian oil magnates

The US Department of Justice has filed forfeiture complaints seeking to seize $15 million linked to an illicit Iranian oil distribution network led by Hossein Shamkhani. The network circumvented US sanctions by selling energy resources, primarily to China.

Economy • March 6, 11:56 PM • 6818 views
Russia attacks Kyiv with Zircon hypersonic missiles, likely with a cluster warhead

The Russian army is striking the capital with ballistic weapons, launching Zircon-type missiles from the temporarily occupied territory of Crimea. Monitoring channels warned of the enemy's use of cluster munitions.

War in Ukraine • March 6, 11:51 PM • 29325 views