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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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Burials have begun at the National Military Cemetery: the minister shared detailsVideo

The National Military Memorial Complex will have up to 6,000 burial plots. Some plots are designated for families, others for unidentified soldiers.

Society • August 29, 09:03 AM • 4224 views
The US massively deported Russians for the second time this summer

The US massively deported Russians for the second time in the summer of 2025. Between 30 and 60 people arrived on an Egypt Air flight from Cairo to Domodedovo, most of whom lost asylum cases or agreed to "self-deportation."

News of the World • August 29, 08:53 AM • 5535 views
Woman from Sviatohirsk passed data about the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Donetsk region to the enemy, she faces life imprisonmentPhoto

A resident of Sviatohirsk adjusted enemy fire on Ukrainian defenders in Donetsk region. She faces life imprisonment for treason.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 08:03 AM • 4124 views
Housing construction in Ukraine has decreased, but some regions show growthPhoto

Since the beginning of 2025, over 4. 2 million square meters of housing have been commissioned in Ukraine, which is 6.4% less than last year. Kyiv, Kyiv Oblast, and Lviv Oblast are leading, while Odesa Oblast has shown more than a twofold increase in volumes.

Real Estate • August 29, 07:42 AM • 3903 views
Trump's approval rating in the US drops to lowest point - poll

The latest Quinnipiac University poll showed that only 37% of American voters approve of Donald Trump's job performance. This is the lowest figure during his second term, with a record negative rating of minus 18 points.

News of the World • August 29, 07:16 AM • 5224 views
Musk's AI reaches a new level: xAI introduced its own agentic coding model

Elon Musk's xAI startup has launched the grok-code-fast-1 model for autonomous programming task execution. This tool is positioned as fast and economical for common coding tasks.

Technologies • August 29, 06:48 AM • 3811 views
"ATESH" partisans struck in the rear of the Russian Federation and disrupted Russian logistics in KostromaPhoto

The "ATESH" movement blew up a relay cabinet on the railway track in Kostroma. This disrupted the logistics of the occupiers, which was used for transferring fuel and equipment.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 06:38 AM • 3645 views
Over half of water supply facilities in Ukraine violate sanitary standards - State Food and Consumer Service

The State Food and Consumer Service found violations of sanitary standards at 5,328 water supply facilities out of 7,715 inspected in the first half of 2025. About 24,000 out of more than 700,000 water samples did not meet the requirements.

Society • August 28, 03:35 PM • 4531 views
Tour de France winner Chris Froome suffered serious injuries after a training crash, he was evacuated by helicopter

Four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome was hospitalized by helicopter after a crash. He suffered a fractured lower back, a collapsed lung, and five broken ribs.

Sports • August 28, 03:30 PM • 4318 views
Kellogg reacted to Russia's strike on Kyiv: "these egregious attacks threaten the peace Trump seeks"

US Special Representative Keith Kellogg expressed concern after a massive Russian attack on Kyiv with 600 drones and 31 missiles. The targets were residential areas, civilian trains, and the offices of EU and UK missions.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 03:24 PM • 4710 views
Typhoon Kajiki caused five deaths and 15 injuries in Thailand

Typhoon Kajiki has led to five deaths and 15 injuries in Thailand's northern provinces. Heavy rains and landslides will continue, and the water level may rise.

News of the World • August 28, 02:31 PM • 3142 views
Cyberpolice and PFU warn against fake pension messages

The Cyberpolice and the Pension Fund of Ukraine warn about fake messages regarding changes in pension accrual rules. Users are urged not to follow suspicious links and to trust only official sources of information.

Society • August 28, 02:27 PM • 2537 views
CSKA President Giner suspected of supplying electricity to Crimean occupation structures

The Prosecutor General's Office announced a new suspicion against Yevgeny Giner, president of FC CSKA. His company supplied electricity to the occupation administration and Russian security forces in Crimea for over 206 million rubles.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 01:40 PM • 3104 views
Europe's first "defense bonds" caused a stir: orders for over 2.7 billion euros

The French bank BPCE SA has for the first time issued special bonds to finance the defense industry. Investor demand for these papers exceeded 2.7 billion euros, indicating significant changes in the EU's investment approach.

Economy • August 28, 01:29 PM • 3829 views
Kyiv Metropolis of the UOC recognized as affiliated with the banned Russian Church

The State Service of Ukraine for Ethno-politics and Freedom of Conscience on August 27, 2025, recognized the Kyiv Metropolis of the UOC as affiliated with the Russian Orthodox Church. This decision was made due to Metropolitan Onufriy's refusal to comply with the order to eliminate dependence on the foreign religious organization banned in Ukraine.

Society • August 28, 12:59 PM • 2747 views
25-year-old Kherson resident, wounded during enemy shelling, died in hospital

A 25-year-old resident of Kherson died in hospital from severe injuries sustained during the shelling of the Dniprovskyi district. Doctors fought for her life, but the injuries proved incompatible with it.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 12:58 PM • 5316 views
SAP demands confiscation of Kyiv police officer's property worth 7 million hryvnias

The Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office filed a lawsuit with the High Anti-Corruption Court regarding the property of the head of the National Police department in Kyiv. This concerns unjustified assets worth over UAH 7 million, including three elite cars and cash savings.

Crimes and emergencies • August 28, 12:22 PM • 5682 views
Russian air strike on Synelnykove district: enemy bomb killed a man, there are wounded, houses destroyed

In Synelnykove district (Dnipropetrovsk region), a Russian aerial bomb killed a 49-year-old man. Four more people were wounded, and private houses were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 12:03 PM • 4447 views
Russian drones spy on US and NATO arms supply routes in eastern Germany - NYT

Russian drones are conducting reconnaissance over military aid transportation routes to Ukraine in eastern Germany. This is happening amid a broader campaign of Russian sabotage in Europe.

News of the World • August 28, 11:56 AM • 3656 views
Former Polish Health Minister beaten over COVID policy, hospitalized

Former Polish Health Minister Adam Niedzielski was attacked in Siedlce. Two men beat him, shouting insults regarding his policies during the pandemic.

News of the World • August 28, 11:40 AM • 5013 views
Mobilization of ex-policeman in Zakarpattia: Ombudsman intervened in socially resonant case

The mobilization of former police officer Ivan Biletsky in Zakarpattia caused a stir due to reports of the use of force. The Verkhovna Rada Commissioner for Human Rights has launched an investigation into the incident.

Society • August 28, 11:32 AM • 7038 views
Russian attack hit "Ukrposhta" branch and "Nova Poshta" depot, with casualties, possible delays

As a result of Russia's night attack on Kyiv, a "Nova Poshta" sorting depot and a "Ukrposhta" branch were damaged. Three "Nova Poshta" employees were injured, and there may be delays in parcel delivery.

Society • August 28, 11:13 AM • 3973 views
55 foreign diplomats visited the site of the Russian strike on Kyiv where adults and children died

Representatives of 55 foreign diplomatic missions visited the destroyed building in the Darnytskyi district of Kyiv. The visit took place after the Russian shelling that led to the death of 15 civilians, including four children.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 11:00 AM • 4656 views
Toyota demonstrates record sales growth for the seventh consecutive month

Toyota's global sales in July grew by 4. 8% thanks to electric vehicles and hybrids. Car production increased by 5.3%.

Auto • August 28, 10:47 AM • 3361 views
YouTube channel of scandalous collaborator producer Bardash blocked in Ukraine

Access to Yuriy Bardash's YouTube channel, which supported Russian aggression, has been blocked in Ukraine. This decision is part of the fight against disinformation and the protection of national security.

Society • August 28, 09:08 AM • 11409 views
Berkshire increased its stake in Japan's Mitsubishi to over 10%

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway increased its stakes in Mitsubishi Corp. and Mitsui & Co. This demonstrates confidence in the stability of these conglomerates and stimulates growth in their shares.

News of the World • August 28, 08:45 AM • 5841 views
Russia responds to peace calls with missiles: EU condemns massive strike on Kyiv and Ukraine

The massive night attack on Kyiv provoked strong statements from the EU, calling the attack a deliberate escalation. The EU representation was affected, people died, over 30 injured.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 08:19 AM • 8880 views
Medical facility in Kherson attacked by six Russian drones overnightPhoto

Russian troops attacked a medical facility in the Dniprovskyi district of Kherson with six kamikaze drones. The building and three civilian cars were damaged, there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 07:10 AM • 7424 views
European car market: 5.9% growth in July, Tesla loses ground

The European car market showed its largest growth in 15 months, increasing sales by 5. 9% in July. The growth is driven by demand for hybrid and electric vehicles, while Tesla is losing market share.

Auto • August 28, 07:00 AM • 4366 views
Hungary sued the EU over the use of proceeds from frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine

Hungary challenged in the EU court the use of proceeds from frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine. Budapest believes that the decision was made bypassing the veto right of EU member states.

News of the World • August 27, 03:41 PM • 7185 views