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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
Israel announced the elimination of a senior Hamas member in Jenin

Israel said that an airstrike on Jenin killed a senior Hamas member and two other militants. Weapons were found in his car.

News of the World • August 28, 10:39 PM • 3745 views
The King of Uganda, who was once the world's youngest monarch, ascending to the throne at the age of three, has died at 34

King of Toro Oyo Nyimba died in the United States at the age of 34. The cause of death has not been disclosed; the monarch leaves behind an heir.

News of the World • August 28, 10:17 PM • 25984 views
Celine Dion appeared in public for the first time in two years ahead of her return to the stagePhoto

Celine Dion was spotted in Paris ahead of her return to the stage in September. The singer is scheduled to perform in the French capital until May 2027.

Culture • August 28, 10:05 PM • 55377 views
Climate, AI and Ukraine may become key topics of von der Leyen’s address to the European Parliament – Politico

On September 16, Ursula von der Leyen may focus on climate and the impact of AI on employment. The topics of Ukraine, migration and EU enlargement are also expected.

Politics • August 28, 09:56 PM • 9416 views
Modi may come to the EU summit in December to sign a major trade agreement

Narendra Modi may attend the EU summit on December 17–18. The parties plan to sign a trade agreement that will cover markets of 2 billion people.

Politics • August 28, 09:44 PM • 7641 views
Fires in five buildings extinguished, 165 people evacuated, 6 injured after strike on Kyiv region – Regional Military Administration

In Bucha district, 165 people were evacuated following a Russian strike. Six people were injured, and rescue operations are ongoing.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 09:37 PM • 3925 views
Forest fires in France caused nearly €500 million in damage

The fires destroyed nearly 100,000 hectares of forest and damaged homes and businesses. About 25,000 insurance claims were recorded.

News of the World • August 28, 09:16 PM • 4752 views
King Harald’s coffin was brought to the Royal Palace in OsloPhoto

The coffin of King Harald of Norway was transported to the Royal Palace in Oslo. About 13,000 people gathered in Palace Square to bid farewell to the monarch.

News of the World • August 28, 08:58 PM • 4626 views
The Prosecutor General's Office is investigating the detonation at an enterprise near Kyiv and possible negligence by officials

In the village of Myla, an enterprise caught fire and detonations began after a Russian drone crashed. Five people were injured.

Society • August 28, 08:55 PM • 4342 views
Kyiv and the region have been under attack for more than two days in a row – at least 14 warehouses have been damaged

Russian strikes on Kyiv and the region have continued for more than two days. Roshen and UNICEF warehouses, a Nova Poshta depot, and book warehouses have been destroyed.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 08:51 PM • 12595 views
Trump signed an executive order to establish the United States Space Academy

The academy will train military personnel, engineers, and civilian specialists for the Space Force and the commercial sector. NASA is also working on a nuclear-powered spacecraft to Mars.

News of the World • August 28, 08:44 PM • 5867 views
Russia loses 6,000 more troops every month than it manages to recruit – The Guardian

Russia recruits around 30,000 troops every month but loses 6,000 more. A new mobilization threatens the Kremlin with political risks.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 08:32 PM • 4897 views
"The tragedy in Vyshneve has not become a lesson" – Koretskyi reacted to the fire with detonations in the Kyiv region

After a Russian strike, a fire with detonations broke out in Bucha district, and the Kyiv–Chop highway was blocked. Koretskyi is demanding that those responsible be punished.

Society • August 28, 08:21 PM • 26585 views
The occupiers attacked Zmiiv in the Kharkiv region; one person was killed, and a child was among those injuredPhoto

Russian forces attacked Zmiiv twice with jet-powered drones. One person was killed and two were injured, including a child.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 04:59 AM • 4360 views
Drones attack Yaroslavl, and a red alert level has been declared in Moscow, Russia Video

In Yaroslavl Oblast, the M8 highway was closed and bus routes were changed due to a drone attack. In Moscow, air defense reported shooting down two UAVs.

News of the World • August 28, 04:57 AM • 31806 views
Trump called himself the greatest U.S. president and classified Biden and Obama as "failures"Photo

Donald Trump placed himself in the “Greatest” category, and Biden, Obama, and Carter in the “Failures” category. He did not mention some of the presidents.

Politics • August 28, 04:55 AM • 8893 views
In Kherson, a 61-year-old man who was attacked by a Russian drone in the morning died in hospital

A 61-year-old man suffered serious injuries during a Russian drone attack in central Kherson. He died in hospital.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 04:47 AM • 4429 views
The U.S. military commander stated that the Strait of Hormuz had been cleared of mines, but allies doubt this

Admiral Brad Cooper stated that the shipping lanes had been cleared of Iranian mines. U.S. allies believe that some of the 80–150 mines may remain.

News of the World • August 28, 04:45 AM • 4362 views
Russians struck "Nova Poshta" in the Kyiv region again while the aftermath of the first strike was being dealt withPhoto

In Sviatopetrivske, the Russians launched repeated strikes on a "Nova Poshta" warehouse while the fire was being extinguished. Information about casualties is being уточнено.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 04:40 AM • 29968 views
Russian recruiters ply Donetsk residents with alcohol and force them to sign contracts with the military — ATESH

In occupied Donetsk, recruiters seek out intoxicated men and pressure them into signing contracts. ATESH expects the mobilization of up to 600,000 people in September.

Society • August 28, 04:35 AM • 4411 views
A massive blackout occurred in the occupied regions of Ukraine after a strike on the power plant in Shchastia

Following a drone attack on the thermal power plant in Shchastia, occupied areas of four regions were left without electricity. The timeline for restoration is unknown.

Society • August 28, 04:23 AM • 24459 views
The Defense Forces eliminated another 1,630 occupiers and destroyed more than a thousand pieces of enemy equipment Photo

The Ukrainian military eliminated 1,630 Russian servicemen and destroyed 1,657 UAVs, 493 vehicles, and dozens of artillery systems. Russia’s total losses reached 1,483,780 personnel.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 04:11 AM • 4214 views
Rockstar Games and Netflix held a large-scale presentation of the game Grand Theft Auto VI following a hacker data leakVideo

Rockstar Games and Netflix presented a 27-minute preview of GTA VI following a hacker leak. The release is scheduled for November 19 for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.

News of the World • August 28, 03:48 AM • 5224 views
New York court approves Bank of America’s financial settlement regarding lawsuit by victims of Epstein’s actions

Women who were victimized by Jeffrey Epstein will receive $72. 5 million under a settlement with Bank of America. The court rejected the objections of three plaintiffs.

News of the World • August 28, 03:32 AM • 5254 views
U.S. President Donald Trump appointed Ben Moss as the new White House chief of staff

Ben Moss will replace Will Scharf in the position on September 2. The rotation is taking place ahead of the U.S. midterm congressional elections.

Politics • August 28, 03:16 AM • 15013 views
Venezuela is studying the possibility of leaving OPEC and discussing the transfer of oil fields with the US

After consultations with Washington, Caracas is considering leaving OPEC. The parties are also discussing leasing the fields to US entities for up to 100 years.

Economy • August 28, 02:55 AM • 5383 views
Russian military enlistment offices may be granted access to data on conscripts’ bank accounts, health and criminal records

Russia’s Ministry of Defense has prepared a draft order granting military enlistment offices access to data on conscripts and their relatives. It concerns finances, health, criminal records and political status.

Politics • August 28, 02:38 AM • 7005 views
The Prime Minister of Qatar held talks with senior Iranian officials amid intensified mediation efforts

The Prime Minister of Qatar held talks with Iran’s leadership in Tehran on reducing tensions and restoring dialogue with Washington. The White House denied that direct talks had taken place.

Politics • August 28, 02:17 AM • 5601 views
Putin’s associate turned out to be a co-owner of Ozon – media

The FBK traced the financing of the stake in Ozon through companies linked to Gennady Timchenko. Investigators believe Oleksandr Chachava is the nominal owner.

News of the World • August 28, 01:56 AM • 5645 views
Japan is purchasing Terra B1 anti-aircraft drones, which were tested in Ukraine against Shahed drones

Japan has ordered Terra B1 systems to protect military facilities from drones. The interceptors are planned to be deployed in 2027.

News of the World • August 28, 01:35 AM • 6633 views