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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
Czech President Petr Pavel: temporary territorial concessions in Ukraine are a "lesser evil" for the sake of peace

Czech President Petr Pavel considers temporary territorial concessions in Ukraine a "lesser evil" for achieving peace. He emphasized that this does not legitimize the occupation, but is a recognition of the reality on the battlefield.

Politics • August 21, 11:10 AM • 8375 views
Kyiv Court of Appeal upholds life sentence for killer of 10-year-old girl

The Kyiv Court of Appeal upheld the life sentence for a resident of Kyiv Oblast for the murder of a 10-year-old girl in 2016. The prosecution defended the verdict, despite nine years of legal battles and numerous attempts to delay the process.

Society • August 21, 10:50 AM • 3852 views
Zelenskyy revealed the real situation at the front and reported on the ratio of drones

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy detailed the situation at the front, emphasizing the effectiveness of Ukrainian troops and highlighting the need for international support. He also drew attention to the issue of countering drones, noting a change in the ratio in favor of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 09:34 AM • 6227 views
How Europe Learned to Speak Trump's Language: Lessons for Alliance and Ukraine Support

European leaders adapted to Donald Trump's style, which led to praise from him and mutual understanding. This was made possible by increased defense spending and the conclusion of a trade agreement with the United States.

Politics • August 21, 09:32 AM • 4042 views
Ukraine insists on a "time of silence" before negotiations - Putin issues ultimatums - Zelenskyy

Ukraine insists on a ceasefire before negotiations with Russia, considering it necessary for a real peace process. President Zelenskyy emphasizes the importance of bilateral agreements and US participation to end the conflict.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 09:07 AM • 10307 views
"I would be satisfied if the elections had already taken place" - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy stated that he would support holding elections today to remove political speculation. He emphasized that the electoral process should not weaken the country during the war or divide society.

Politics • August 21, 08:52 AM • 3906 views
Zelenskyy on levers of pressure on Russia: "Their economy is cracking and will continue to degrade"

President Zelenskyy stated that Russia's economy is degrading, and its problems will become noticeable within a year, and critical within two. This will force the Kremlin to seek options for ending the war.

Economy • August 21, 08:51 AM • 3653 views
Zelenskyy rejected the idea of "territorial exchange": "This is our land, and we do not recognize the occupation"

President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will not compromise on its territories, including Donbas and Crimea. He emphasized that legally, Ukraine does not recognize any occupation.

Politics • August 21, 08:21 AM • 5042 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine is ready for negotiations with Russia, but the meeting place must be neutral

President Zelenskyy confirmed consultations with the US and Europe regarding a meeting with the Russian Federation. Kyiv insists on neutral European territory, rejecting Moscow and Budapest.

Politics • August 21, 08:01 AM • 4630 views
"Flamingo" with a radius of 3000 km: Zelenskyy spoke about the successes of the Ukrainian missile program

President Zelenskyy confirmed successful tests of the Ukrainian "Flamingo" missile with a range of 3000 km. Serial production is expected by the end of the year.

Politics • August 21, 07:38 AM • 129084 views
Infant and four other Ukrainians rescued from occupation: stories of survival and return

Five Ukrainians, including an infant, have been rescued from temporarily occupied territories as part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative. Among them are an 18-year-old girl and a young family with an infant who lived without electricity and water.

Society • August 21, 07:26 AM • 2221 views
Alarm in Rivne region lasted all night: debris damaged houses, people were not affected

Rivne region experienced a prolonged air raid alarm, during which air defense forces were active. Debris from downed targets damaged civilian objects, but there were no casualties.

Society • August 21, 07:11 AM • 5407 views
India and Russia plan to increase trade to $100 billion amid tensions with the US

India and Russia intend to increase trade to $100 billion in five years. This is a response to trade pressure from the United States.

Economy • August 21, 06:56 AM • 4826 views
Peacekeepers for Ukraine? A debate erupted in Germany over the idea of deploying troops

A debate has arisen in Germany regarding the country's possible participation in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. Chancellor Friedrich Merz does not rule out such a possibility, but society and politicians are divided in their opinions.

Politics • August 21, 06:31 AM • 4071 views
Indian state-owned oil refineries increase purchases of Russian oil despite US criticism - Bloomberg

Indian state-owned oil refineries have resumed purchases of Russian Urals oil after a short break. This comes despite criticism from American officials and threats of sanctions.

News of the World • August 20, 03:41 PM • 4275 views
PlayCity blocked seven Instagram accounts for illegal casino advertising

Seven Instagram accounts, including popular blogger Simbochka, have been blocked for illegal gambling advertising. This happened due to the demonstration of "easy winnings" and the placement of links to casinos, which violates Ukrainian legislation.

Society • August 20, 03:10 PM • 10074 views
Scientists created a social network of bots: what they learned

Researchers at the University of Amsterdam modeled a social network with AI-based chatbots. The experiment showed that even platform intervention does not reduce polarization and extreme content.

Society • August 20, 03:05 PM • 10303 views
Storms in Chernihiv region destroyed hundreds of hectares of forest: foresters calculate losses

Over eight months of 2025, natural disaster destroyed over 660 hectares of forests in Chernihiv region, damaging over 32 thousand cubic meters of timber. Foresters have begun eliminating the consequences to prevent the spread of pests.

Society • August 20, 02:23 PM • 5307 views
Erdogan reminded Putin about Ukraine: Turkey demands a just peace

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in a conversation with Putin, called on Russia to support international efforts for a lasting peace in Ukraine. Ankara advocates for a just and comprehensive peace with the participation of all parties to the conflict.

Politics • August 20, 02:10 PM • 5194 views
Lukashenka openly offered Iran cooperation from food to defense technologies

Oleksandr Lukashenka stated his readiness to discuss any areas of cooperation with Iran, from food supplies to the military-technical sphere. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of friendly relations between the countries.

News of the World • August 20, 02:08 PM • 3568 views
Russian missile strike on market in Kostiantynivka: at least three dead, seven injured – OVAPhoto

Russians shelled Kostiantynivka with Smerch MLRS, targeting civilian infrastructure. Three people were killed, four were injured, and trade pavilions and houses were destroyed.

Society • August 20, 01:44 PM • 4783 views
"E-Consul": Ukrainians abroad can now submit documents online for notarization

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has launched an automated procedure for submitting documents for notarization in all 120 diplomatic missions abroad. Citizens can submit online applications and upload documents through the "e-Consul" system, which simplifies access to services.

News of the World • August 20, 01:33 PM • 5818 views
Defense Forces confirmed the destruction of an enemy echelon in Zaporizhzhia and showed a videoVideo

The Defense Forces of Southern Ukraine confirmed the destruction of a Russian echelon with fuel in the Zaporizhzhia region. The enemy was left without fuel and railway connection between Urozhaine and Tokmak.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 01:32 PM • 4220 views
Explosion in a field in eastern Poland: President Nawrocki informed about the incident amid drone version

An explosion occurred in a field in eastern Poland, possibly caused by a drone. Polish President Krzysztof Nawrocki and the leadership of the security forces are monitoring the situation.

News of the World • August 20, 01:20 PM • 3999 views
A new function has appeared in "Reserve+": fines for not registering for military service at a new address

"Reserve+" has added the option to pay fines online for not registering for military service after changing residence. This allows closing the violation without visiting the TCC, the fine amount depends on the payment deadline.

Society • August 20, 12:58 PM • 2935 views
Moscow assures that its oil discounts are attractive enough to keep India among buyers - Bloomberg

Russia expects to retain India as a stable oil client, offering discounts of about 5% off the market price. The US is increasing pressure on India over its purchases of Russian oil, imposing duties and accusing it of supporting "Putin's war."

News of the World • August 20, 12:56 PM • 3249 views
"Ukrzaliznytsia" launches five additional trains in autumn: new routes will connect Kyiv, Lviv, Dnipro, and Uzhhorod

Ukrzaliznytsia adds five trains for the autumn season, connecting Kyiv, Lviv, Dnipro, and Uzhhorod. This expands the transportation schedule and reduces the load on popular routes.

Society • August 20, 12:32 PM • 10462 views
Pope Leo XVI called for peace in Ukraine through prayer and work

Pope Leo XVI expressed hope for peace in Ukraine, emphasizing the need for continuous efforts and prayer to achieve it. He constantly communicates with political leaders and prays for progress in peace negotiations.

Society • August 20, 12:00 PM • 5067 views
Britain is ready to consider sending troops to Ukraine after a peace agreement – Defense Minister Healey

British Defense Minister John Healey stated that London does not rule out the possibility of sending its troops to Ukraine after a peace agreement. This is intended to ensure security and prevent new aggression from Russia.

Politics • August 20, 11:23 AM • 5144 views
China prepares giant parade with hypersonic weapons and thousands of troops for the Day of the End of World War II

China will hold a large-scale military parade in Beijing to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. The latest types of weapons will be presented, including hypersonic systems and high-precision missiles.

News of the World • August 20, 10:40 AM • 4370 views