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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.
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The United States and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire and freedom of navigation

The United States and Iran have agreed on a ceasefire regime that provides for freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. An announcement is expected in the coming days.

Politics • August 25, 09:05 PM • 5366 views
Zelenskyy awarded Stefanchuk the diplomatic rank of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary

The President signed a decree awarding Ruslan Stefanchuk the rank of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary. Ihor Ostash received the rank of Envoy Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, Second Class.

Politics • August 25, 08:59 PM • 12333 views
Zelenskyy honored 20 outstanding people with the state award "National Legend of Ukraine"PhotoVideo

In Kyiv, Zelenskyy honored 20 outstanding Ukrainians and foreigners. The laureates included Lazarenko, Mazur, Bielanov, Lukianenko, and Sean Penn.

Society • August 25, 08:46 PM • 44222 views
Russia to extend ban on diesel fuel exports until September - Reuters

Russia is considering extending the ban on diesel fuel exports until the end of September due to shortages and refinery outages following attacks. A decision has not yet been made.

Economy • August 25, 08:37 PM • 4398 views
France wants to limit Ukraine’s purchases of weapons outside the EU using loan funds

France proposes making temporary the exemptions allowing Ukraine to purchase weapons outside the EU using loan funds. Currently, up to 35% of products may be purchased outside the EU.

War in Ukraine • August 25, 08:25 PM • 4993 views
Iran says it is ready for "tough sanctions" from the U.S. and has a plan

Tehran said it is ready for new U. S. sanctions pressure and has a two-year plan to overcome it. Washington imposed restrictions on 60 targets.

Economy • August 25, 04:58 AM • 10149 views
Russians attacked a medical facility in Kherson; a staff member was injured there

Russians struck a medical facility in Kherson's Central District with a UAV in the morning. The injured 68-year-old staff member is receiving medical assistance.

War in Ukraine • August 25, 04:53 AM • 3830 views
Because of the sale of military fuel, Russians are assaulting positions on the Kramatorsk front on foot – ATESH

Commanders of the Russian 70th Division are allegedly selling fuel for 300 rubles per liter. Due to the shortage, equipment is not operational, and evacuating the wounded is more difficult.

War in Ukraine • August 25, 04:44 AM • 21955 views
Trump called the prime minister of Canada and the premier of Ontario "clowns" and threatened Ottawa with consequencesPhoto

Donald Trump criticized Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Doug Ford over the failure of trade negotiations. He threatened Ottawa with consequences.

Politics • August 25, 04:32 AM • 23303 views
Occupiers struck Zaporizhzhia with a guided aerial bomb: two people were killed

Russian forces struck Zaporizhzhia with a guided aerial bomb in the morning. Two people were killed, a road was damaged, facilities were destroyed, and a fire broke out.

War in Ukraine • August 25, 04:19 AM • 13792 views
Russia lost over 1,200 military personnel and around 1,500 drones in a dayPhoto

Russia's total losses reached approximately 1,479,300 military personnel. Over the past day, 1,555 drones and 1,230 occupiers were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • August 25, 04:15 AM • 7131 views
The Russian Orthodox Church called on Russians not to criticize the authorities and "not to open their rotten-toothed mouths" at their superiors

Archpriest Andrey Tkachev linked obedience to the authorities with honoring one's parents. He stated that Satan taught people to criticize their superiors.

News of the World • August 25, 03:49 AM • 18096 views
The US wants to make the fee for new H-1B visas permanent at $103,000

The US Department of Homeland Security is proposing to make the fee for new H-1B visas permanent. Its legality is being challenged in court.

News of the World • August 25, 03:34 AM • 6955 views
A Russian attack destroyed nearly UAH 28 million worth of Red Cross humanitarian supplies in Kherson

A fire following a Russian drone attack destroyed a Red Cross warehouse in Kherson. There were no casualties, and the organization continues to help residents.

War in Ukraine • August 25, 03:15 AM • 11089 views
A tanker off the coast of Oman was struck by an unknown projectile

An unknown projectile hit a tanker off the coast of Oman, damaging the engine room. The crew was unharmed, and authorities are investigating the incident.

News of the World • August 25, 02:56 AM • 5342 views
Burnham plans a trip to the US to persuade Trump to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense

The British prime minister plans to meet with Trump in the US in September. He wants to negotiate additional Patriot missiles for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 25, 02:38 AM • 10750 views
A former member of Pussy Riot claimed to have collaborated with the FSB for three years

Rita Flores said that the FSB forced her to spy on activists and prepared her to abduct Pyotr Verzilov. She fled Russia.

News of the World • August 25, 02:16 AM • 4597 views
Ozon will pay compensation for destroyed goods only if they are insured against the risk of damage resulting from UAV attacks

Ozon will compensate sellers for losses only if they have insurance with Ingosstrakh. Since the attacks began, the company's shares have fallen by 27%.

Economy • August 25, 01:57 AM • 5020 views
Trump accused the Biden administration of using schools as a weapon against American values

Trump said that under Biden, critical race theory and transgender issues were promoted in schools. He promised educational changes.

Politics • August 25, 01:37 AM • 10947 views
Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez convenes the National Security Council over the migration crisis in Ceuta

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez convenes the National Security Council over the migration crisis in Ceuta. The meeting will be the first emergency session.

Politics • August 25, 01:16 AM • 4453 views
Cristiano Ronaldo surprised everyone after his wedding with a new look featuring honey-blond hairPhoto

After his civil wedding to Georgina Rodríguez, Ronaldo lightened his hair. He showed off his new look in Saudi Arabia and Paris.

News of the World • August 25, 01:05 AM • 79142 views
Trump purchased up to $50,000 worth of SpaceX stock in June

Donald Trump bought $15,001–$50,000 worth of SpaceX stock in June. It was one of more than 1,000 transactions made by the president that month.

Economy • August 25, 12:55 AM • 6329 views
New Black Hawks for Ukraine could cost more than $100 million per helicopter

Norway’s potential deal for 21 UH-60Ms is estimated at $2. 3 billion. Ukraine is primarily considering used Black Hawks to modernize its aircraft fleet.

News of the World • August 25, 12:38 AM • 16493 views
Poland and three NATO countries ordered Ukraine-tested Piorun systems worth €1.86 billion

Poland has concluded an agreement for several thousand Piorun systems and hundreds of launchers for itself, Lithuania, Latvia and Norway. Deliveries will continue until 2030.

News of the World • August 25, 12:16 AM • 12155 views
Bruce Willis's daughter spoke about losing an "other version" of her father due to dementiaPhoto

Rumer Willis confessed that she misses her father's former personality. She cherishes the present time and his meeting with his three-year-old granddaughter.

Culture • August 25, 12:05 AM • 78962 views
Musk announced the launch of SpaceX orbital data centers by the end of 2027Photo

SpaceX’s first satellites with artificial intelligence are planned to launch by the end of 2027. The network is expected to reach significant scale in 2028.

News of the World • August 24, 11:56 PM • 4799 views
A drone that flew in from Moldova after Russia’s overnight attack on Ukraine was found in Romania

Drone fragments were discovered in the village of Cișlia after Russia’s overnight attack on Ukraine. The aircraft did not carry an explosive charge; its origin is being established.

News of the World • August 24, 11:37 PM • 14132 views
Support for the war with Iran in the United States has fallen to 31%; Trump's approval rating remains at a record low

Only 31% of Americans support the war with Iran, while Trump's approval rating has remained at a record-low 33%. 83% expect a prolonged conflict.

Politics • August 24, 11:15 PM • 4530 views
Netanyahu said that Iran tried to kill one of his sons

The Israeli prime minister did not specify which of his sons Iran allegedly tried to kill or when. Tehran has not publicly responded to the accusations.

News of the World • August 24, 10:57 PM • 3825 views
Mexico outraged by the US decision to deport its citizens to third countries

Mexico was outraged by the deportation of its citizens to third countries without prior warning. The US has already transferred more than 2,000 Mexicans to Guatemala.

Politics • August 24, 10:39 PM • 3982 views