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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
Slovakia and the US to sign a strategic agreement on the construction of a new nuclear power unit

Slovakia and the US will sign an intergovernmental agreement on cooperation in nuclear energy. It envisages the construction of a new 1200 MW power unit at the Jaslovské Bohunice NPP.

Economy • January 11, 12:11 AM • 5136 views
In Kharkiv, an enemy drone "Molniya" hit an infrastructure object - mayor

On the night of January 11, Russian troops attacked Kharkiv with a new Molniya drone. The drone hit an infrastructure object in the Slobidskyi district of the city.

War in Ukraine • January 10, 11:59 PM • 20960 views
IRGC declared security a "red line" and vowed to suppress protests in Iran

The IRGC called national security a "red line" and promised a harsh response to mass protests. The authorities imposed a digital blockade, but activists spread videos of new actions.

Politics • January 10, 11:53 PM • 11112 views
"The long night will soon end, help is on the way" - Senator Lindsey Graham addressed Iranians amid protests in the country

US Senator Lindsey Graham addressed the Iranian people via social network X amid bloody protests and assured them that help is on the way.

News of the World • January 10, 11:37 PM • 5519 views
Nicaragua began releasing prisoners under US pressure after events in Venezuela

On January 10, 2026, Nicaragua began releasing prisoners following a US demand. This move coincides with similar events in Venezuela.

Politics • January 10, 11:23 PM • 10408 views
Nvidia and Tesla have chosen different strategies to achieve autonomous driving

Nvidia and Tesla have different approaches to autonomous driving: Nvidia introduced the open Alpamayo model with explainable AI capabilities, while Tesla uses a closed end-to-end system. Mercedes-Benz plans to integrate Alpamayo into its vehicles by the end of 2026.

Technologies • January 10, 11:02 PM • 4546 views
Elon Musk called the UK government "fascist" over the threat to block X

Elon Musk accused the British authorities of "fascism" and a desire to suppress freedom of speech. The conflict escalated due to the possible blocking of X over the dissemination of sexualized images created by the AI tool Grok.

Politics • January 10, 10:47 PM • 11207 views
US launches massive airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria

The US conducted a large-scale military operation, "Hawk Strike," against ISIS in Syria on January 10, 2026. More than 20 aircraft released 90 munitions on 35 targets in response to an attack on American troops.

News of the World • January 10, 10:29 PM • 4953 views
Mississippi Mass Murder: 24-year-old man accused of shooting his own family, including a 7-year-old child

Darick M. Moore is accused of killing four relatives and two adults in Mississippi. Among the victims is a 7-year-old child, whom he threatened with a gun.

News of the World • January 10, 10:16 PM • 4911 views
Viktor Orbán postponed the announcement of Hungary's prime ministerial candidate amid falling ratings

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán postponed the announcement of the Fidesz party's candidate until February, despite falling ratings. Sociological surveys show Fidesz trailing the opposition for the first time in 15 years.

Politics • January 10, 09:59 PM • 20125 views
Venezuela frees political prisoners as government vows to "rescue" detained Maduro

Venezuelan authorities have released 18 political prisoners, including an opposition coordinator, following the capture of Nicolás Maduro. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez vows to "rescue" Maduro.

Politics • January 10, 09:46 PM • 13251 views
White House considers options for airstrikes on Iran in case of shooting of protesters - WSJ

The Trump administration is discussing possible airstrikes on Iranian military facilities. This is in response to the likely escalation of violence against protesters.

Politics • January 10, 09:25 PM • 7140 views
Elon Musk announced the open-sourcing of the X algorithm within a week

X platform owner Elon Musk stated that the company will open-source its new algorithm to the public within a week. This will happen every 4 weeks with developer notes.

Technologies • January 10, 09:08 PM • 4570 views
Syrian army begins clearing Kurdish areas of Aleppo after truce failure

The Syrian army has launched an operation to clear Kurdish areas of Aleppo, as the truce failed to stop clashes. More than 140,000 people have been displaced by the fighting.

News of the World • January 10, 08:54 PM • 3960 views
Donald Trump supported protests in Iran and stated the US is ready to helpPhoto

Donald Trump expressed support for protesters in Iran who are demanding freedom. The US is ready to provide assistance, warning Tehran against violence.

Politics • January 10, 08:43 PM • 7631 views
South Africa has launched joint naval exercises with Russia, China, and Iran

Multinational exercises "Will to Peace 2026" have commenced in South African territorial waters, involving warships from Russia, China, and Iran. The event aims to practice aspects of maritime security and the protection of commercial shipping.

News of the World • January 10, 08:32 PM • 4736 views
Evening report from the General Staff: 139 battles per day and active assaults in the Pokrovsk direction

On January 10, 139 combat engagements took place at the front, with over 2,800 shellings and 33 air strikes recorded. The highest intensity of fighting remains in the Pokrovsk direction, where 32 attacks were repelled.

War in Ukraine • January 10, 08:11 PM • 4285 views
Defense Forces neutralized 94 enemy UAVs during night attackPhoto

On the night of January 10, 2026, Russia attacked Ukraine with an Iskander-M missile and 121 drones. The Defense Forces destroyed 94 enemy UAVs, 80 of which were Shahed attack drones.

War in Ukraine • January 10, 06:54 AM • 4292 views
Night attack on Dnipropetrovsk region: three wounded, fires and power outages in citiesPhoto

On the night of January 10, 2026, Russian occupiers attacked Dnipropetrovsk region, 27 UAVs were shot down. In Kryvyi Rih, Dnipro, and other districts, there are wounded, infrastructure damage, and fires.

War in Ukraine • January 10, 06:45 AM • 5924 views
General Staff's operational summary: 171 combat engagements and intensified attacks on the Pokrovsk directionPhoto

Over the past day, 171 combat engagements took place on the front, and the enemy carried out over 3,300 shellings. The most attacks were recorded in the Pokrovsk direction, where the Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled 43 assaults.

War in Ukraine • January 10, 06:37 AM • 4284 views
Mass protests expected in US over killing of woman by ICE agents

Protests against ICE actions are planned in dozens of US cities following the fatal shooting of a woman in Minneapolis and a shooting in Portland. The Trump administration called the incidents self-defense, but activists demand an end to "deadly terror."

Society • January 10, 06:32 AM • 13950 views
New York sues Trump administration over wind farm construction halt

New York Attorney General Letitia James is challenging the Trump administration's decision to freeze the Empire Wind and Sunrise Wind projects. This jeopardizes the state's energy stability and thousands of jobs.

Politics • January 10, 06:21 AM • 8950 views
Bushfires in Australia: Over 130 buildings destroyed, thousands without power

In the Australian state of Victoria, thousands of firefighters are battling bushfires that have destroyed over 130 structures and 300,000 hectares of bushland. Approximately 38,000 homes are without electricity, and authorities have declared the state a disaster zone.

News of the World • January 10, 06:12 AM • 4918 views
In the occupied Zaporizhzhia region, Russians are preparing systemic repressions against civilians - ATESH

The ATESH partisan movement reports a change in the vector of work of the Russian punitive bodies in Vasylivka and Kamianka. The occupiers are conducting searches, seizing equipment, and detaining civilians for having Ukrainian applications on their phones.

Society • January 10, 06:01 AM • 5641 views
Protests in Iran: 13 days of confrontation, at least 51 victims, including children

Mass anti-government protests, caused by the economic crisis, have been ongoing in Iran for the thirteenth day. At least 51 people have died, including nine minors.

News of the World • January 10, 05:44 AM • 5578 views
Mexican oil arrived in Cuba despite Washington's pressure

The tanker Ocean Mariner delivered 85-90 thousand barrels of Mexican oil to Havana. Mexico continues to export fuel to Cuba as humanitarian aid, despite criticism from the United States.

Economy • January 10, 05:29 AM • 70490 views
General Staff updates data on occupiers' losses: 880 more Russians eliminated in a dayPhoto

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released data on Russian military losses as of January 10, 2026, with 880 occupiers eliminated in a day. The total personnel losses of the enemy reached 1,217,810 people.

War in Ukraine • January 10, 05:11 AM • 4392 views
Oil depot caught fire in Volgograd region after drone attack

An oil depot caught fire in the Volgograd region after a drone attack. Authorities are preparing a temporary accommodation point for possible evacuation of the population.

News of the World • January 10, 05:04 AM • 4724 views
Peridot: "Neon-green" bar with Instagrammable cocktails and panoramic views opens in Hong Kong

Peridot, a cocktail bar, has opened on the 38th floor of The Henderson skyscraper in Hong Kong. The establishment stands out with its "neon-green" interior and unique cocktails.

News of the World • January 10, 04:51 AM • 6274 views
Superman comic stolen from Nicolas Cage sells for record $15 million

A rare copy of "Action Comics No. 1," which belonged to Nicolas Cage, has sold for a record $15 million. This 1938 comic, stolen in 2000, set a new absolute record for value.

Culture • January 10, 04:40 AM • 23792 views