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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
China increases transit to Europe bypassing Russia via the "Middle Corridor" – SZRU

China is increasing transit to Europe bypassing the Russian Federation via the Middle Corridor. Kazakhstan is investing $10 billion in the development of this route by 2030.

Economy • May 31, 08:45 AM • 5041 views
Defense Forces struck the Saratov Oil Refinery and a number of military facilities in the RF – General Staff

The AFU struck the Saratov Oil Refinery and a network of military facilities on the territory of Russia. The destruction of fuel reservoirs in Feodosia and Yenakiieve has been confirmed.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 08:34 AM • 99014 views
Trump demands changes to draft Iran nuclear deal – Axios

Trump demands stricter terms for the Iran nuclear deal regarding uranium stockpiles. The document stipulates 60 days of negotiations and Tehran's renunciation of nuclear weapons.

Politics • May 31, 08:29 AM • 19417 views
Experimental cancer injection completely destroyed tumors in some patients – study

The drug amivantamab helped 43 patients with head and neck cancer, in 15 of whom the tumors disappeared. The medication blocks the growth of neoplasms and activates the immune system.

Health • May 31, 08:24 AM • 12564 views
10 cadets received SOF berets and underwent an initiation ceremony according to a new military traditionVideo

Ten graduates of military academies underwent a solemn initiation into the ranks of the SOF and received steel-colored berets. The cadets were also presented with the first edition of the Ethos.

Society • May 31, 08:06 AM • 4094 views
Russian drone attacked a gas station and "Nova Poshta" in Sloviansk, a fire broke outPhoto

A Russian drone attacked a gas station in Sloviansk, causing an administrative building and a warehouse to catch fire. Rescuers extinguished the fire; there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 07:57 AM • 3278 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 2,300 drones and 1,500 aerial bombs in a week, Germany delivered IRIS-T – ZelenskyyVideo

Over the week, the Russian Federation launched more than 2,300 drones and 1,500 aerial bombs at Ukraine. Zelenskyy announced the strengthening of air defense and the receipt of a new IRIS-T system.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 07:49 AM • 72428 views
Israeli forces capture strategic Beaufort Castle during deepest incursion into Lebanon in 26 years

The Israeli army has captured the strategic Beaufort Castle deep inside Lebanon. This marks the deepest advancement of troops in 26 years, despite the current ceasefire agreement.

News of the World • May 31, 07:22 AM • 4625 views
U.S. Department of Homeland Security clarifies green card rules following wave of criticism

The U. S. has clarified green card application rules for foreigners. Departure requirements will not apply to specialists beneficial to the American economy.

News of the World • May 31, 07:09 AM • 4210 views
Malaysia accuses Norway of undermining trust after cancellation of missile deal

Norway has terminated a $2. 8 billion missile deal with Malaysia due to export regulations. Kuala Lumpur called it a blow to trust and is seeking a replacement.

Politics • May 31, 06:59 AM • 4793 views
Despite hopes for containment, the Ebola outbreak in Congo is gaining momentum – Médecins Sans Frontières

In the DR Congo, 1,100 suspected cases of Ebola and 250 deaths due to a rare strain of the virus have been registered. The disease has already reached neighboring Uganda and Brazil.

Health • May 31, 06:49 AM • 7175 views
US may accelerate troop withdrawal from Europe – media

Washington will present a plan to NATO for a rapid reduction of its contingent in Europe next month. Previously, the US announced the withdrawal of 5,000 personnel from Germany.

News of the World • May 31, 06:40 AM • 4909 views
Fuel storage facility catches fire in Rostov region following drone attack

Fuel storage facility on fire and infrastructure damaged in Rostov region due to drone attack. Over 50 drones reportedly shot down.

News of the World • May 31, 06:32 AM • 3675 views
First participants announced for the U.S. 250th independence anniversary celebration organized by Trump

The Freedom 250 program includes 90s stars, a UFC fight at the White House, and IndyCar races. The event is funded by private companies and the U.S. federal budget.

Culture • May 31, 06:24 AM • 7846 views
US, UK, and Australia to create underwater drones within defense partnership

The US, UK, and Australia will create underwater drones to protect cables and pipelines. The project will strengthen the allies' military capabilities at sea.

News of the World • May 31, 06:17 AM • 4697 views
Oil depot erupts in flames in Saratov following drone attack – ASTRA OSINT analysisPhoto

On the night of May 31, drones attacked the Saratov refinery, causing a fire in the tank farm. OSINT analysis confirmed the blaze at the Rosneft facility.

News of the World • May 31, 06:06 AM • 3795 views
Two people injured in Sumy region due to Russian attacks; dozens of buildings damaged in ShostkaPhoto

Two people were wounded due to UAV attacks in the Sumy region. In Shostka, 17 high-rise buildings, infrastructure facilities, and a number of civilian structures were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 05:58 AM • 4083 views
A meteorite exploded over the US with the force of more than 20 aerial bombsPhoto

A meteor disintegrated over Massachusetts and New Hampshire at a speed of 120,000 km/h. The explosion energy was equivalent to 300 tons of TNT; there were no casualties.

News of the World • May 31, 05:47 AM • 20487 views
Air Defense Forces neutralized 212 out of 229 Russian drones during the overnight attackPhoto

On the night of May 31, air defense neutralized 212 out of 229 enemy drones. 14 hits were recorded across 11 locations, and debris falls occurred in five places.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 05:40 AM • 18614 views
Belarusian railway workers reported the arrival of a Russian military train at the Krychaw-6 base

A Russian train consisting of 60 cars with equipment and ammunition arrived at the Krychaw-6 base. Russian troops have remained at the facility since late December 2025.

News of the World • May 31, 05:32 AM • 4925 views
ATESH sabotages helped strike oil refinery and chemical plants in RussiaVideo

ATESH agents destroyed electronic warfare systems in the Perm Krai to allow drones to pass. Subsequently, a local oil refinery and a chemical complex were hit.

News of the World • May 31, 05:23 AM • 4291 views
In the Chernihiv region, a man was killed and seven trucks burned down due to a Russian drone attackPhoto

In the Koriukivka district, an enemy UAV struck an enterprise, causing a fire in a parking lot. A 58-year-old man was killed, and the fire destroyed seven trucks.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 05:11 AM • 5195 views
302 combat engagements occurred at the front over the past day; the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions were the most intense

302 battles took place over the day, with the most difficult situations in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions. The AFU eliminated 1,560 occupiers and destroyed 1,894 drones.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 05:06 AM • 3148 views
In Feodosia, an oil depot is burning again after strikes; smoke has stretched for almost 10 kmPhoto

Two fire hotspots have been recorded at the oil depot in Feodosia following overnight strikes. A plume of smoke from the facility has stretched 9.5 kilometers toward the sea.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 04:51 AM • 14515 views
Russians change logistics on the "Novorossiya" highway due to losses from Ukrainian drones – ATESH

The Russian command has introduced night transportation and a speed limit of 120 km/h on the R-280 highway. To protect the convoys, they are deploying scarce electronic warfare (EW) systems and military personnel from the front lines.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 04:50 AM • 16551 views
Belgorod region reports two dead following drone attack; oil depot on fire in Armavir

Two people were killed due to a drone strike on a car in the Belgorod region. In Armavir, a fire broke out at an oil depot following a UAV attack.

News of the World • May 30, 04:39 AM • 6167 views
Iran may have shot down a U.S. F-15 with a Chinese missile - NBC News

An American F-15E over Iran was likely shot down by a Chinese missile. The U.S. is investigating the provision of radars and technical support to Tehran by the PRC.

News of the World • May 30, 04:31 AM • 18242 views
In Taganrog, a tanker and a fuel tank caught fire after an attack; there are casualties

As a result of a UAV attack in the port of Taganrog, a tanker and a fuel tank caught fire. Two people were injured due to a strike on a private house.

News of the World • May 30, 04:16 AM • 5869 views
The Russian Federation launched a massive drone attack on the Shostka community, damaging civilian infrastructurePhoto

Russia attacked the Shostka community with drones, damaging residential buildings and administrative facilities. Preliminarily, there were no casualties; recovery efforts are ongoing at the sites.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 04:12 AM • 5067 views
AFU eliminate 1,430 occupiers and destroy 70 artillery systems in one dayPhoto

Over the past day, the AFU eliminated 1,430 occupiers and 70 enemy artillery systems. Total Russian losses since the start of the war have exceeded 1.36 million people.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 04:07 AM • 21246 views