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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
Iran prepares to increase missile range: response to Western demands - Reuters

A senior commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps stated that the range of Iranian missiles could be increased to any necessary point. This is a response to Western demands to limit Tehran's missile capabilities, which currently reach 2,000 km.

News of the World • October 1, 02:30 PM • 3970 views
Eurozone inflation rose to 2.2% in September – Eurostat

In September, eurozone inflation accelerated to 2. 2%, exceeding the ECB's target of 2%. This confirms expectations that the ECB will not cut interest rates this year.

Economy • October 1, 02:15 PM • 3289 views
Deputy head of the community in Dnipropetrovsk region detained for extorting $9,000 for advertising placement

The deputy head of the Pishchanska amalgamated territorial community (ATC) in Dnipropetrovsk region was detained for extorting and receiving 9,000 US dollars. He demanded money for approving the placement of nine advertising structures on the community's territory.

Crimes and emergencies • October 1, 01:56 PM • 3757 views
CERT-UA detected cyberattacks on the Defense Forces via malicious XLL files

CERT-UA reports that attackers are distributing executable . xll files, disguised as official documents, to compromise computers of personnel within the Defense Forces. Opening these files in Excel leads to the installation of a backdoor, providing remote access to the computer.

Society • October 1, 01:41 PM • 2978 views
"Naftogaz" received €300 million from the European Investment Bank for gas purchases

NAC "Naftogaz of Ukraine" signed a loan agreement with the European Investment Bank for €300 million. The funds will be used to purchase imported gas to ensure the heating season.

Economy • October 1, 01:21 PM • 2371 views
Heavy rains in Odesa: meteorologists explained the causes and impact of climate change

On September 30, Odesa received 94 mm of precipitation, which is more than 220% of the monthly norm, caused by a local cyclone and climate change. Extreme precipitation is becoming more frequent due to the warming of the Black Sea and urbanization, which exacerbates flooding.

Weather and environment • October 1, 01:07 PM • 6847 views
G7 prepares for new sanctions: the main blow is planned to be dealt to Russia's oil revenues – Bloomberg

G7 countries are close to agreeing on new sanctions aimed at sharply limiting Russia's oil revenues and strengthening Ukraine's financial stability. Options include sanctions against the shadow tanker fleet and restrictions in the financial sector.

Economy • October 1, 12:51 PM • 4373 views
MP reveals monthly influx into the Armed Forces: how many Ukrainians are mobilized into the army

Approximately 30,000 Ukrainians join the ranks of the Armed Forces every month through mobilization and recruitment. People's Deputy Fedir Venislavsky reported on the stable dynamics of mobilization processes.

Society • October 1, 11:31 AM • 3926 views
Reinfection with COVID-19 can double the risk of long-term complications in children – study

A large-scale study has shown that repeated COVID-19 infection significantly increases the risk of long-term consequences in children. After the first infection, long COVID was recorded in 904 children per million, and after reinfection, this figure rose to 1884 children per million.

COVID-19 • October 1, 11:20 AM • 3215 views
Zelenskyy posthumously awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine to Andriy Parubiy and three other UkrainiansPhoto

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed decrees awarding the title of Hero of Ukraine to four citizens, including People's Deputy Andriy Parubiy. In total, since the beginning of the full-scale war, 722 soldiers have become Heroes of Ukraine, 445 of them posthumously.

Society • October 1, 11:09 AM • 6430 views
Venislavsky explained how allowing men under 22 to leave Ukraine benefits the state and how it affected mobilization.

People's Deputy Fedir Venislavsky explained that the new law allowing men under 22 to travel abroad does not affect mobilization, as the mobilization age starts at 25. He noted that this creates opportunities for obtaining education and experience abroad, which is beneficial for Ukraine's post-war reconstruction.

Society • October 1, 10:38 AM • 27277 views
Venislavsky explained what the UAH 200 billion defense reserve is and where the money will come from if needed

People's Deputy Fedir Venislavsky explained the purpose of the UAH 200 billion defense reserve in the state budget. The funds will be used to finance the most urgent technological and material needs of defense, and their sources have been agreed upon with the Ministry of Finance and the relevant department.

Economy • October 1, 10:12 AM • 7502 views
Venislavsky on the defense budget: "Allocated funds are less than the real needs of the security sector"

People's Deputy Fedir Venislavsky stated that the funds allocated for Ukraine's defense are significantly less than the real needs of the security sector. The parliament prioritizes supporting the defense sector, seeking sources of revenue for the budget.

Economy • October 1, 09:42 AM • 2890 views
We are negotiating long-range weapons with the US, but Ukraine is already inflicting a tangible blow on Russia with its own means - Venislavskyi

Ukraine is negotiating with the United States on the supply of long-range weapons, but is already inflicting significant losses on the enemy with its own developments. This was confirmed by People's Deputy Fedir Venislavskyi, emphasizing the effectiveness of Ukrainian Deep Strike systems.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 09:20 AM • 2788 views
Sharp temperature contrasts in Ukraine on October 2: where to expect cold, and where summer heat

Significant temperature contrasts are expected in Ukraine on October 2: in the west and north, it will get colder to +6. ..+10 degrees, while in the east and south, warm weather up to +18 degrees will persist. In Kyiv, rain and about +8 degrees are forecast, with no significant precipitation in the rest of the territory.

Weather and environment • October 1, 08:50 AM • 3067 views
Oktoberfest in Germany temporarily suspended due to shooting and explosions in MunichPhoto

Oktoberfest in Munich was temporarily suspended due to an explosion and fire in a residential building in the north of the city. The incident resulted in the death of a man who allegedly set fire to and mined his parents' house.

News of the World • October 1, 08:29 AM • 5253 views
In Kyiv, at the Pozniaky metro station, a passenger fell onto the tracks, train traffic was partially restricted – Kyiv City State Administration

A man fell onto the tracks at the Pozniaky metro station, so train traffic was temporarily suspended.

Society • October 1, 08:17 AM • 3786 views
Zelenskyy on Defenders' Day: Ukraine has outlived everyone who wanted to destroy it, and will stand against Russia

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy took part in the lyceum student oath-taking ceremony and the awarding of state honors. The head of state stated that Ukraine has always stood against the aggression of other states, and hostile empires have crumbled.

Society • October 1, 08:06 AM • 2926 views
SBU detained two GRU agents who were adjusting strikes on Kramatorsk and SlovianskPhoto

The SBU detained two residents of Donetsk region who collaborated with Russian military intelligence, providing coordinates for attacks on Kramatorsk and Sloviansk. They face life imprisonment for treason and disseminating information about the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Crimes and emergencies • October 1, 07:33 AM • 3210 views
India's imports of Russian oil decreased after pressure from Washington - Bloomberg

Deliveries of Russian oil to India decreased in September amid negotiations with the US, amounting to 1. 61 million barrels per day. This is 16% lower than last year's figures, although Russian oil still accounts for about a third of India's total imports.

Economy • October 1, 07:11 AM • 5022 views
Grossi: no one will benefit from a nuclear accident, IAEA is working with Ukraine and Russia to restore power to ZNPP

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is negotiating with Ukraine and Russia to restore external power supply to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. The plant has been without connection to the power grid for more than a week, operating on emergency diesel generators.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 06:54 AM • 4961 views
Strong earthquake hits Philippines: dozens dead, hundreds injured – ReutersPhoto

A 6. 9 magnitude earthquake shook the central regions of the Philippines, destroying homes and causing panic. 69 people died, over 150 were injured, and the epicenter was near the city of Bogo.

News of the World • October 1, 06:32 AM • 3743 views
Shooting in Germany: One dead in Munich, explosions heard – BildPhoto

In northern Munich on October 1, a shooting and explosions occurred, resulting in the death of a man who allegedly planted explosives and set his parents' house on fire. Police cordoned off the area, reassuring the public that there was no threat and no connection to Oktoberfest.

News of the World • October 1, 06:11 AM • 6122 views
Illegal groundwater extraction worth UAH 120 million uncovered in Mykolaiv regionPhoto

In Mykolaiv region, prosecutors uncovered a large-scale scheme of illegal subsoil use, which caused over UAH 120 million in damages to the state. The director of a company in Bashtanka district is suspected of illegal groundwater extraction for the production and sale of drinking water.

Crimes and emergencies • September 30, 05:44 PM • 8947 views
Russia conceals losses in Kherson region: "ATESH" partisans report brutal punishments for soldiers who tell the truth

According to Ukrainian partisans, Russian commanders are concealing the real losses of personnel.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 05:25 PM • 4263 views
Spotify founder Daniel Ek steps down as CEO

Daniel Ek, Spotify's founder, is stepping down as CEO, transitioning to the role of executive chairman. He will be replaced by co-CEOs Gustav Söderström and Alex Norström, effective January 1.

News of the World • September 30, 05:08 PM • 4052 views
Unknown drone wreckage found in northern Poland

Poland's Military Gendarmerie has launched an investigation after drone wreckage was discovered in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship. Details regarding the object's origin and the circumstances of its appearance are currently being clarified.

News of the World • September 30, 04:46 PM • 4857 views
Tesla, xAI, and X executives are leaving en masse due to exhausting work and political disagreements with Musk – FT

Dozens of top managers have resigned from Tesla, xAI, and X due to an exhausting work pace, political disagreements with Elon Musk, and mass layoffs. This has led to the cancellation of the affordable electric car program and a reorientation towards robotics and AI.

News of the World • September 30, 04:19 PM • 4274 views
In Dnipro, after the Shahed attack, the number of injured increased to 20Photo

As a result of the Russian Shahed attack in Dnipro, one person died, and the number of injured increased to 20. An office building, an apartment building, a dormitory, and a cultural institution were damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 03:54 PM • 3577 views
In Chernihiv region, Russia shelled railway infrastructure for the second time in a day, trains will run with delays - UZ

Russian troops shelled railway infrastructure in Chernihiv region for the second time in a day, causing a power outage in the Nizhyn direction. Due to this, train traffic in the Sumy and Chernihiv directions is temporarily complicated, and delays are expected.

Society • September 30, 03:47 PM • 3959 views