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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
The US and China exchanged expulsions of journalists shortly after Trump's visit to Beijing

The Trump administration revoked the visa of a Xinhua journalist following the expulsion of a NYT correspondent from China. The publication urged both countries to reconsider the decision.

Politics • May 30, 03:38 AM • 6033 views
U.S. Commander Held Rare Meeting with Cuban Military in Guantanamo

General Francis Donovan discussed security with Cuban military officials near the Guantanamo base. The talks took place against the backdrop of increasing sanctions pressure from Washington.

Politics • May 30, 03:17 AM • 5525 views
Ukrainian drones tested a Western navigation system that operates like those in cruise missiles

AFU drones flew 3,000 km using the Osiris module, which operates without GPS. The system compares terrain imagery with maps, following the principle of cruise missiles.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 02:58 AM • 5488 views
Airlines warn of chaos due to potential international flight restrictions in the US

The US may restrict international flights at major airports due to a conflict over migration. Airlines are warning of chaos in logistics chains.

Economy • May 30, 02:39 AM • 6834 views
Greece has transferred more artillery to Ukraine than previously thought

Greece has transferred 66 M110A2 self-propelled guns, 68 M114 guns, and 56 M101 howitzers to Ukraine. The volume of artillery deliveries significantly exceeded previous official reports.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 02:16 AM • 6564 views
US announces seizure of $1 billion in Iranian cryptocurrency

The US has taken control of Iranian crypto wallets worth approximately one billion dollars. The asset owners may not have even noticed the loss of access to the funds.

Economy • May 30, 01:56 AM • 5354 views
Court unblocks accounts of GYURZA and TISA armored vehicle manufacturer

The Shevchenkivskyi Court has overturned the seizure of UkrArmoTech's accounts. The enterprise continues to fulfill 11 contracts for the supply of equipment to the Defense Forces.

Economy • May 30, 01:38 AM • 4282 views
Trump ready to transfer Kennedy Center to Congress after court defeat

Trump will transfer the Kennedy Center to Congress following a court injunction against its closure. The judge also ordered the removal of the president's name from the building's facade.

News of the World • May 30, 01:17 AM • 4489 views
Japan allocates over $14 million to PURL initiative to support Ukraine

Japan has allocated $14. 7 million to NATO's PURL initiative for the procurement of non-lethal equipment. The funding will cover Ukraine's priority needs.

Politics • May 30, 12:56 AM • 4836 views
Trump held a closed-door meeting on the Iran nuclear deal and a ceasefire, but no decision has been reached

Trump discussed Tehran's nuclear program and a ceasefire with advisors. No official decision has been released following the two-hour meeting.

Politics • May 30, 12:38 AM • 5536 views
Ukraine and Canada launch joint production of drones for the AFU

Airlogix and Sentinel are establishing a joint venture in Canada to manufacture UAVs. The produced reconnaissance drones will be handed over to the Defense Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 12:16 AM • 4978 views
Transit through the Strait of Hormuz grows thanks to US support and hopes for a truce - media

Shipping is recovering thanks to consultations with the US and news of a possible truce. A quarter of the previously blocked vessels have already left the region.

News of the World • May 29, 11:56 PM • 6676 views
Record May heat in Europe leads to seven deaths

Temperature records of up to 36°C have been recorded in Europe, causing the deaths of seven people in France. Meanwhile, Australia has been hit by powerful storms and heavy rains.

News of the World • May 29, 11:38 PM • 4877 views
Former high-ranking CIA official accused of misappropriating 300 gold bars worth over $40 million

A former CIA official has been accused of misappropriating 300 gold bars worth 40 million dollars. He also lied for years about his education and military service.

News of the World • May 29, 11:16 PM • 4845 views
Migrant hunger strike at Newark ICE center continues as protests persist outside the facilityPhoto

Hunger strikers at Delaney Hall are demanding proper medical care and an end to intimidation. Rallies in support of the detainees are taking place outside the center's walls.

News of the World • May 29, 10:58 PM • 10264 views
Barcelona announced the signing of English winger Anthony Gordon

Barcelona has signed a contract with 24-year-old winger Anthony Gordon until 2031. The player will join the team after the conclusion of the World Cup.

Sports • May 29, 10:37 PM • 3846 views
New head of the Chaldean Catholic Church takes office in Baghdad

Patriarch Louis Raphael I Sako has officially headed the Chaldean Catholic Church in Baghdad. He replaced Emmanuel III Delly amidst a mass exodus of Christians from Iraq.

News of the World • May 29, 10:17 PM • 4488 views
HAMAS Accuses Netanyahu of Ethnic Cleansing Over Plan to Expand Control Over Gaza

Netanyahu has instructed the army to increase control over the Gaza Strip from 60% to 70%. HAMAS has called this ethnic cleansing and a violation of the ceasefire terms.

News of the World • May 29, 09:56 PM • 4665 views
Lula criticized the US for designating Brazilian groups as terrorist organizations

Lula criticized the US for designating the CV and PCC groups as terrorist organizations. The President called on Washington to respect Brazil's sovereignty.

News of the World • May 29, 09:37 PM • 4123 views
Court orders removal of Trump's name from Kennedy Center

A U. S. Federal Court has prohibited renaming the Kennedy Center after Trump and closing the institution. The inscription with the politician's surname must be removed within 14 days.

News of the World • May 29, 09:16 PM • 3984 views
Two people injured, houses damaged in Poltava region due to drone attack

In the Poltava district, two people were injured by UAV debris. Residential buildings, an outpatient clinic, cars, and power lines were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 09:08 PM • 14789 views
US threatened strikes on Iranian mine-laying vessels in the Strait of Hormuz

US Central Command has announced its readiness to strike Iranian vessels for mining the waters. The military has already attacked the first targets.

News of the World • May 29, 08:59 PM • 4477 views
In Laos, the first of five people trapped in a flooded cave has been rescued

Rescuers have brought the first of five men to the surface from a flooded cave in Laos. An international team of divers continues the evacuation of the remaining individuals.

News of the World • May 29, 08:38 PM • 11064 views
Putin's alliance threatens Armenia with suspension of membership over course toward European Union

EAEU countries demand Armenia hold a referendum to choose between the union and the EU. A report on the consequences of suspending Yerevan's membership will be prepared by December.

Politics • May 29, 08:21 PM • 5160 views
FIFA under investigation over inflated ticket prices for 2026 World Cup

U. S. prosecutors are investigating FIFA's use of dynamic pricing for the 2026 World Cup. Fans are complaining about sky-high prices and changes to their seat locations.

News of the World • May 29, 05:05 AM • 20431 views
Russia threatens Armenia with sanctions over rapprochement with the EU; the issue will be discussed at Putin's summit

At the EAEU summit, Putin will discuss sanctions against Armenia due to its course toward the EU. Moscow is already restricting the import of goods and threatening to revise gas prices.

Politics • May 29, 05:00 AM • 4710 views
Romanian MFA calls Russian drone strike on a house in Galați a serious escalation

The Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the impact of a Russian drone on a house in Galați a serious escalation. Two civilians were injured as a result of the attack.

News of the World • May 29, 04:52 AM • 3627 views
In Russia's Yaroslavl, an industrial zone with fuel facilities caught fire following a drone attack

On the night of May 29, drones attacked fuel facilities in Yaroslavl. The governor confirmed the strikes and fires at the enterprises, reporting no casualties.

News of the World • May 29, 04:44 AM • 3530 views
RF attacked a Turkish civilian vessel in the Black Sea, crew members wounded - Ukrainian NavyPhoto

A Russian drone attacked the civilian bulk carrier ANT under the flag of Vanuatu, which was heading to Turkey. Two wounded sailors have been evacuated to the hospital.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 04:41 AM • 4107 views
AFU eliminate nearly 1,000 occupiers, destroy 28 artillery systems and other Russian equipment in one dayPhoto

Over the past day, the AFU destroyed 960 occupiers, two tanks, and 28 artillery systems. Total enemy losses since the beginning of the invasion have reached 1,361,070 personnel.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 04:38 AM • 3522 views