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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
Israeli Defense Minister warned: "The gates of hell will open above their heads if Hamas does not surrender"

Israel's Defense Minister stated that the city of Gaza would be destroyed if Hamas did not disarm and release the hostages. Israel rejects peace proposals, preparing for a large-scale offensive.

Politics • August 22, 11:51 AM • 3387 views
"Stranger Things" star Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi adopted a childPhoto

Actress Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi announced the adoption of a baby girl. The couple shared the joyful news on social media, without revealing the child's name.

News of the World • August 22, 11:46 AM • 72797 views
Bloody day in Colombia: drone attack and car explosion claim 18 lives

A series of bloody attacks in Colombia has resulted in the deaths of 18 people and dozens injured. Authorities attribute responsibility to dissidents of the former FARC, who rejected the 2016 peace agreement.

News of the World • August 22, 11:21 AM • 3703 views
General Staff: Ukrainian Navy eliminated Russian drone base in SevastopolPhoto

Units of the Ukrainian Navy successfully attacked a drone basing point at the "Chersonesos" airfield in Sevastopol. Up to three "Mohajer-6" UAVs and two "Forpost" UAVs, which were used for reconnaissance in the Black Sea, were destroyed.

Society • August 22, 10:52 AM • 9182 views
Russia tries to withdraw from international process on crimes at sea: Ukrainian Foreign Ministry responds to another attempt to evade responsibility

The Russian Federation has officially withdrawn from the arbitration proceedings regarding the capture of Ukrainian military personnel in the Kerch Strait. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine considers this an attempt to evade responsibility, but the case will continue.

Politics • August 22, 10:40 AM • 3282 views
Global food security authority confirms famine in Gaza

The global IPC system has confirmed signs of famine in Gaza, where over 514,000 people are suffering from critical food shortages. By the end of September, this figure could rise to 641,000 people, despite Israel's denials.

News of the World • August 22, 09:53 AM • 4431 views
Lamborghini donates first Aventador in USA: supercar legend finds new home in museum

The Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles received the first Lamborghini Aventador delivered to North America. This 2012 supercar was used for premieres and tests, symbolizing a new era for the brand.

News of the World • August 22, 09:35 AM • 6482 views
Russians shelled Kostiantynivka: the city is without gas, houses and infrastructure damaged

The city of Kostiantynivka was subjected to massive shelling by Russian troops, which led to the destruction of the gas distribution station and residential buildings. Gas supply to residents has been completely stopped, and one civilian has been wounded.

Society • August 22, 09:32 AM • 3537 views
Woman attacked singer during street performance in Cherkasy, assailant found - police

Cherkasy police identified the woman who attacked the street singer. Her actions were classified as petty hooliganism, and the case will be transferred to court.

Society • August 22, 09:01 AM • 3659 views
The government submitted a bill to the Rada on strengthening responsibility for illegal border crossing: how violators will be punished

Yulia Svyrydenko registered a bill to strengthen responsibility for illegal border crossing. The document provides for clarification of administrative and criminal liability, as well as strengthening punishment for intermediaries.

Society • August 22, 08:33 AM • 3392 views
OnlyFans paid its owner a record $701 million in dividends and is preparing for sale

OnlyFans paid its owner Leonid Radvinsky $701 million in dividends. This is a record payout amid rumors of a possible sale of the business for an estimated $8 billion.

Economy • August 22, 08:23 AM • 5002 views
EU accelerates digital euro launch after US stablecoin law

The European Union is accelerating the launch of the digital euro due to a new US stablecoin law, which has raised concerns about the competitiveness of the European currency. The placement of the digital euro on public blockchain platforms, such as Ethereum or Solana, is being considered.

Economy • August 22, 08:01 AM • 5054 views
Heat kills productivity: UN calls for urgent action to protect workers from heat stress

The UN calls on governments and employers to take measures to protect workers from extreme heat. Heat stress causes over 22.8 million occupational injuries annually.

Society • August 22, 07:48 AM • 4076 views
Apples are getting cheaper, but remain record-expensive: the new 2025 harvest collapsed prices by 12% in a week

Prices for new harvest apples in Ukraine fell by 12% in a week. Wholesale batches are sold for 35-45 UAH/kg due to low demand and an excess of last year's apples.

Economy • August 22, 07:21 AM • 4140 views
Banking paradox: record UAH 100 billion profit in six months, but every fifth bank is at a lossPhoto

The Ukrainian banking system ended the first half of 2025 with a profit of UAH 100. 06 billion before tax. However, 13 banks remain unprofitable, and every fifth market participant is operating at a loss.

Society • August 22, 07:14 AM • 3640 views
China expresses "firm support" for India amid Donald Trump's tariffs - Bloomberg

Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong expressed solidarity with India, opposing American tariffs on Indian exports. This move is a sign of warming relations between the two Asian rivals.

Politics • August 22, 07:03 AM • 3896 views
Russian companies under scrutiny: South Africa investigates recruitment of young women for drone factories

The South African government has launched an investigation into the recruitment of local women by Russian companies under the guise of high-paying jobs. There are suspicions that they are being sent to factories producing kamikaze drones.

Politics • August 22, 06:45 AM • 3872 views
In Kyiv, a man was detained who robbed a woman in broad daylight in PodilPhoto

A 38-year-old Kyiv resident took a bag with documents and two thousand hryvnias from a 45-year-old woman on European Union Avenue. He faces up to ten years in prison for robbery committed under martial law.

Society • August 21, 02:59 PM • 5626 views
Svyrydenko reacted to the shelling of the FLEX plant in Mukachevo: 19 people were injured

Russian missiles hit the FLEX plant in Mukachevo, injuring 19 people. Thanks to the prompt evacuation, 600 employees avoided serious consequences.

Society • August 21, 02:47 PM • 5586 views
Biloshytskyi showed the first minutes after law enforcement arrived to help after the shelling of LvivVideo

The night shelling of Lviv claimed one life, three were wounded. Residential buildings, a kindergarten, and cars were damaged.

Society • August 21, 02:26 PM • 4755 views
Belarus considers equipping Polonez missiles with nuclear warheads

The Belarusian authorities want to modernize their own missile system and install nuclear warheads on it.

News of the World • August 21, 02:23 PM • 3861 views
Erdogan and Macron discussed peace for Ukraine and Gaza: Ankara ready to host Kyiv-Moscow talks

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in a conversation with Emmanuel Macron, stated Ankara's readiness to join initiatives for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. The leaders also discussed the escalation in the Middle East, particularly the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Politics • August 21, 02:03 PM • 4147 views
France reacted sharply to new Russian strikes, stating that Russia is intensifying terror

France reacted harshly to Russia's massive attack on Ukraine on August 20-21, which caused casualties and destruction. Paris emphasizes that the Kremlin's actions prove the absence of a desire for peace, despite declarations about negotiations.

Politics • August 21, 01:39 PM • 5406 views
Berlin disavows the idea of sending troops to Ukraine: scandalous statements by the minister caused a wave of discussions

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is justifying himself over interpretations of his words regarding the possible deployment of the Bundeswehr to Ukraine. He emphasized that no decisions on troop deployment have been made, and his comments were taken out of context.

Politics • August 21, 01:25 PM • 4592 views
California confirms possible return of medieval plague: resident tests positive after flea bite

A new case of plague has been recorded in California: a resident of the Lake Tahoe area tested positive after a flea bite. The patient is recovering at home, and doctors remind about the natural spread of plague in mountainous areas.

Health • August 21, 01:13 PM • 4338 views
Lavrov's statements cast doubt on peace talks and ceasefire in Ukraine

Sergei Lavrov criticizes Trump's peace initiatives, accusing the West of undermining "progress" with Putin. This comes amid Russia's largest air attack on Ukraine in a month.

Politics • August 21, 01:01 PM • 3563 views
Podolyak: "No territorial exchanges. NATO Article 5 is not a security guarantee for Ukraine"

Presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak stated that Ukraine will not agree to territorial concessions. Kyiv demands automatic security mechanisms, not just declarations from allies.

Politics • August 21, 12:34 PM • 3722 views
Musk's AI Scandal: Grok Accidentally Revealed Queries About Murder Plots, Drug Recipes, and Data of Thousands of Users

The Grok chatbot from xAI made hundreds of thousands of private user dialogues public, searchable via Google. Among the leaks were intimate medical questions, instructions for making explosives, and plans to assassinate Musk.

News of the World • August 21, 12:18 PM • 10689 views
Boeing prepares for the largest contract of the decade: China may order up to 500 aircraft - Bloomberg

American aviation giant Boeing is close to signing a large-scale deal with China for the sale of about 500 aircraft. This contract could become a key element in trade negotiations between Washington and Beijing and restore Boeing's position in the Chinese market.

Economy • August 21, 11:49 AM • 5137 views
New Zealand invests $1.6 billion in naval helicopters and Airbus aircraft, responding to growing threats

New Zealand will spend $1. 6 billion on five MH-60R naval helicopters and two Airbus A321XLR aircraft. This is the largest investment since the decision to modernize the outdated equipment of the defense fleet.

Politics • August 21, 11:37 AM • 4652 views