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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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Serbia accelerates construction of Trump Tower in Belgrade - opposition against it

Serbia has passed a law allowing the acceleration of the Trump Tower project in Belgrade, supported by Jared Kushner. This has sparked fierce political controversy and protests, despite which the authorities have granted the developer a 99-year lease.

Politics • November 7, 02:35 PM • 4150 views
Covered up with fictional ties in the OP: Yermak's namesake, who invented a criminal scheme, was detained - detailsPhoto

In the capital, individuals who tried to defraud a citizen of 100 thousand dollars by posing as relatives of the head of the OP were detained. One of the defendants is a namesake of the head of the OP Andriy Yermak, who pretended to be his relative.

Crimes and emergencies • November 7, 02:10 PM • 2781 views
Rheinmetall and ICEYE establish joint venture for SAR satellite productionPhoto

The defense concern Rheinmetall and the Finnish company ICEYE are establishing Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions GmbH. The goal is to strengthen European capabilities in space reconnaissance and SAR satellite production.

News of the World • November 7, 01:48 PM • 3366 views
Algerian mistakenly released from prison arrested in London

24-year-old Brahim Kaddour-Sherif, who was accidentally released from Wandsworth prison on October 29, was re-arrested on November 7 in London. The man was convicted of exhibitionism and attempted burglary.

Crimes and emergencies • November 7, 01:19 PM • 3268 views
World leaders at climate summit in Brazil call for decisive action: “We can choose leadership or doom”

At the climate summit in Belém, Brazil, world leaders, including the UN Secretary-General and the President of Brazil, called for immediate and equitable action in the fight against climate change. They emphasized the need to abandon fossil fuels and strengthen international cooperation.

Politics • November 6, 08:58 PM • 4769 views
Trump announced successful talks with Modi and a visit to India

Trump announced successful talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and confirmed his intention to visit India in the near future. The visit is expected to strengthen the strategic partnership between the countries, especially against the backdrop of shared economic and security interests.

Politics • November 6, 08:36 PM • 7829 views
AFU repelled over 160 attacks: Pokrovsk direction is the hottest – General Staff

164 combat engagements took place at the front, the hottest being in the Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka, and South-Slobozhansky directions. Ukrainian defenders are holding back Russian troops' attempts to advance deeper into Ukrainian territory.

War in Ukraine • November 6, 08:27 PM • 5752 views
UN Security Council begins negotiations on US draft for international forces in Gaza

The UN begins discussions on a US resolution for international forces in Gaza with a two-year mandate. The draft provides for the protection of civilians, the delivery of aid, and the demilitarization of the sector.

Politics • November 6, 08:15 PM • 4524 views
Social media giants to be sued over allegations of creating addiction among young people – Bloomberg

Meta, ByteDance, Alphabet, and Snap are accused of deliberately creating addiction in teenagers. A Los Angeles court ruling has allowed the cases to proceed, which could be of historical significance for the industry.

News of the World • November 6, 07:47 PM • 4513 views
Kazakhstan to join Abraham Accords – US seeks to revive initiative

Kazakhstan will become a party to the Abraham Accords, which Washington views as a revival of the diplomatic process after the war between Israel and Hamas. Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is in Washington, where an official announcement is expected.

Politics • November 6, 07:21 PM • 5815 views
Trump negotiated lower prices for popular weight loss drugs

Trump reached an agreement with Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly to lower the prices of Wegovy and Zepbound. The cost of the drugs will now range from $50 to $350, and Medicare and Medicaid will cover them for millions of patients.

Politics • November 6, 07:08 PM • 4226 views
Azerbaijan is transitioning to NATO standards and deepening cooperation with the Turkish Armed Forces – President AliyevPhoto

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev announced that the Azerbaijani army is fully transitioning to NATO standards. This statement was made during a meeting with a NATO delegation on November 6 in Baku, where regional security and the modernization of the armed forces were discussed.

Politics • November 6, 06:30 PM • 4173 views
Israel launched airstrikes on southern Lebanon, claiming to have hit Hezbollah positions

The Israeli military struck Lebanese territory and stated that there were positions of the Hezbollah militant group there.

News of the World • November 6, 06:11 PM • 3693 views
Wall Street tumbles again: tech stocks drag indices to two-week lows – Reuters

US stock markets fell sharply, pushing the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones indices to two-week lows. This occurred due to a sell-off in technology companies and concerns about the economic stability of the United States.

Economy • November 6, 05:56 PM • 3976 views
Brazil increases oil production at Buzios field, intensifying risk of global market oversupply

Brazilian company Petroleo Brasileiro SA (Petrobras) is increasing production volumes at the Buzios field, despite falling global oil prices. Production has reached 1 million barrels per day, making Brazil the leader in production growth among non-OPEC countries.

Economy • November 6, 05:41 PM • 6867 views
Traffic on Stolychne Highway in Kyiv to be temporarily restricted, public transport routes to changePhoto

From November 7 to 12, traffic on Stolychne Highway in Kyiv will be restricted due to bridge repairs. Several public transport routes will also be affected.

Society • November 6, 05:31 PM • 11116 views
Mediators propose plan to withdraw Hamas militants from Rafah to preserve truce – Reuters

Egyptian mediators have offered Hamas to surrender weapons and information about tunnels in exchange for a safe exit from Rafah. This is intended to de-escalate tensions and preserve the month-long truce, despite localized clashes.

Politics • November 6, 04:49 PM • 3771 views
King of Thailand to visit China for the first time in almost 50 years of relations between the countries

The King of Thailand will pay a state visit to China from November 13 to 17 at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. This is the first visit by a Thai monarch since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1975, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of ties.

Politics • November 6, 04:41 PM • 5029 views
Zelenskyy and Bulgarian Prime Minister agree on joint energy and defense projects

President Zelenskyy discussed with Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov strengthening energy security and defense cooperation. The parties agreed on joint production of defense products, particularly for security in the Black Sea.

Politics • November 6, 04:15 PM • 5211 views
Nancy Pelosi announces retirement after 40 years in US Congress

Nancy Pelosi, the first female Speaker of the US House of Representatives, has announced her retirement from Congress in 2026. She is concluding over four decades of political career, which began in 1987.

Politics • November 6, 03:55 PM • 3683 views
Zelenskyy held talks with the President of Kenya: discussed Russian strikes, recruitment of foreigners, and abduction of Ukrainian childrenPhoto

President Zelenskyy held talks with Kenyan President William Ruto, during which they discussed security challenges and bilateral cooperation. The parties also touched upon the issue of Russian recruitment of foreigners and Kenya's support for the Ukrainian resolution at the UN regarding the abduction of children.

Politics • November 6, 03:43 PM • 3930 views
Sudan's Rapid Support Forces agree to US proposal for humanitarian truce

Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have accepted a proposal from the US and Arab states for a humanitarian ceasefire and are ready for negotiations. This comes after their capture of the city of Al-Fashir and accusations of killing civilians.

News of the World • November 6, 03:33 PM • 3690 views
EU agrees to accelerate defense investments and Ukraine's accession to the European Defense Fund

The European Council and Parliament have agreed to accelerate investments in the EU defense industry as part of the ReArm Europe plan. Ukraine will gain access to the European Defense Fund for joint developments.

Politics • November 6, 03:13 PM • 4014 views
Berlin outraged: German conductor accepted award from Putin

German pianist and conductor Justus Frantz received the Order of Friendship from Putin, which sparked criticism. A Bundestag deputy called for Frantz to be stripped of his German Order of Merit due to his actions.

Politics • November 6, 02:56 PM • 5706 views
European Commission confirmed preparation of new visa rules that will affect Russian citizens – media

The EU Commission is considering introducing additional visa restrictions that may affect Russian citizens. These measures are under consideration, but their final scope has not yet been determined.

Politics • November 6, 02:40 PM • 3891 views
Shot-down drone explodes in Chernihiv region: two teenagers injured – SESPhoto

Two 15-year-old boys were injured in a forest near Novhorod-Siverskyi due to the explosion of a part of a downed Russian drone. The teenagers were picking mushrooms and approached the drone's debris, which then detonated.

Society • November 6, 02:29 PM • 6515 views
General Staff: over 90 combat engagements in a day, Russians unsuccessfully storming in several directions

93 combat engagements were recorded in a day, the enemy intensified in the north and east. The occupiers are unsuccessfully storming in several directions, with most attacks in Pokrovsk.

War in Ukraine • November 6, 02:21 PM • 4587 views
Fake Labubu dolls contain toxins causing infertility – investigation in Sweden

Experts have found the dangerous substance diethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) in fake Labubu dolls, which can lead to infertility and developmental disorders in children. In five out of seven tested toys, the toxin level exceeded the permissible norm by 250 times.

Health • November 6, 01:51 PM • 4158 views
In Kyiv, customs officials were exposed for bribery: a State Customs Service official was notified of suspicionPhoto

In Kyiv, a scheme of extorting bribes for expedited customs clearance of cars from the USA was uncovered. The head of a State Customs Service unit and inspectors demanded $400 per car; the receipt of $2,800 has been documented.

Crimes and emergencies • November 6, 01:38 PM • 5065 views
Kremlin prepares Russians for poverty: intelligence reports massive tax hikes and benefit cuts

The Russian authorities are preparing the population for a sharp deterioration in living standards due to a record budget deficit, which will reach 5. 74 trillion rubles in 2025. The Kremlin plans to raise taxes, cut social programs, and shift responsibility for unpopular decisions to governors and senators.

Economy • November 6, 01:26 PM • 3774 views