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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.
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In Kyiv, two injured people were pulled from the rubble; after the strike, an ammonia leak occurred

In the Holosiivskyi district of Kyiv, rescuers pulled two injured people from under the rubble of a warehouse after a Russian attack. As a result of the strike on a non-residential building, an ammonia leak occurred; residents are advised to close their windows.

Society • August 4, 10:58 PM • 7418 views
OPEC oil production rose in July thanks to Gulf countries – Bloomberg

In July, OPEC countries increased oil production by 1. 16 million barrels per day, to 19.44 million. The main growth was driven by Iraq, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. Supplies remain below the pre-war level due to the war with Iran.

Economy • August 4, 10:57 PM • 3980 views
Cuba restored electricity supply after a massive blackout and blamed the United States for the crisis

Cuba fully restored electricity supply after a nearly 36-hour blackout. The country's authorities blamed American sanctions and the oil blockade for the crisis.

News of the World • August 4, 10:38 PM • 3854 views
In Kyiv, a private house was destroyed after a Russian attack, people may be under the rubble - mayor

In the Holosiivskyi district of Kyiv, a private house was destroyed as a result of a Russian attack, people may be under the rubble. There was also an ammonia leak and fires in the suburbs.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 10:36 PM • 47044 views
France has reported a new Russian disinformation attack against a potential presidential candidate

French authorities have uncovered the Storm-1516 network, linked to the GRU, which created a fake website to discredit Raphaël Glucksmann. The network is accused of 205 disinformation operations in Europe.

Politics • August 4, 10:16 PM • 3841 views
In Kyiv, during the Russian attack, a 20-story building caught fire, and warehouses are also burning in several districts

The Russian ballistic attack caused a fire in a 20-story building in the Obolon district and ignited warehouses in the Sviatoshyn and Desnianskyi districts. Missile debris fell near a residential building; information on casualties is being clarified.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 10:11 PM • 8679 views
Moldova urged not to reduce water discharge from the reservoir due to the risk of leaving Chișinău without water supply

Moldova's Reintegration Bureau called on Tiraspol not to reduce the water discharge from the Dubăsari reservoir, which could disrupt the operation of the water intake in Coșnița. Kyiv and Chișinău agreed to reduce the discharge from the Novodnistrovsk reservoir to 85 cubic meters per second due to drought, and Tiraspol accused them of provoking a crisis.

News of the World • August 4, 09:57 PM • 4703 views
Pistorius may have accidentally confirmed the transfer to Ukraine of the most advanced RCH-155 howitzers – BildPhoto

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, during a visit to the KNDS plant, may have confirmed that RCH-155 howitzers are already in Ukraine. There had been no official confirmation of the transfer of these systems before.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 09:39 PM • 25030 views
Russia attacked Kyiv with ballistic missiles, a series of explosions occurred in the capital

On the night of August 5, Russian troops attacked Kyiv with ballistic missiles, a series of explosions occurred in the capital. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported repeated launches, the air raid alert is ongoing.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 09:29 PM • 35519 views
State of emergency declared in Guatemala due to powerful eruption of one of the most dangerous volcanoes

Guatemala has declared an orange alert level due to the eruption of the Fuego volcano, which is spewing lava and ash. Authorities have begun evacuating residents from villages near the volcano.

News of the World • August 4, 09:17 PM • 3812 views
In Georgia, they stated that NATO had been misleading Ukraine and Georgia for years regarding joining the Alliance

Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze accused NATO of deceiving Ukraine and Georgia with promises about membership. Deputy Committee Chairman Tornike Pagava suggested a shift to a multi-vector policy in case the Alliance refuses.

Politics • August 4, 09:05 PM • 22562 views
In July, Russia dropped the largest number of guided aerial bombs since the start of the war and intensified attacks - Ministry of Defense

In July, Russian forces used over 8,300 guided aerial bombs, marking the highest figure since the war began. The intensity of combat operations has increased, but the Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to hold the defense.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 08:58 PM • 3379 views
A native of Ukraine running for the U.S. House of Representatives was arrested after a knife altercation in Hawaii

In Hawaii, 40-year-old Ukrainian-born Kyrylo Basin, who is running for the U. S. House of Representatives as a Democrat, was arrested after a knife altercation on the beach. He was charged with threats of physical harm, and the court set bail at $1 million.

News of the World • August 4, 08:29 PM • 4258 views
Svitolina snatched a victory in an almost three-hour match and advanced to the third round of the tournament in Toronto

Elina Svitolina secured a victory over Jessica Bouzas Maneiro in the second round of the WTA 1000 tournament in Toronto, winning in three sets. The Ukrainian will face the winner of the match between Ruse and Potapova.

Sports • August 4, 08:15 PM • 2774 views
Due to drought on the Danube in Serbia, a sunken Nazi warship has reappeared from the waterPhoto

Due to a critical drop in the water level of the Danube in Serbia, a sunken German warship from World War II has emerged. The vessel was discovered near the town of Prahovo amid a prolonged heatwave.

News of the World • August 1, 04:58 AM • 48489 views
In Crimea, after a night attack, fires broke out at positions of Russian electronic warfare (EW) and air defense systemsPhoto

In Sevastopol, after night explosions, fires broke out at positions of Russian electronic warfare (EW) and air defense systems. The fires were recorded at Cape Fiolent and in the area of the Kaya-Bash heights.

War in Ukraine • August 1, 04:46 AM • 5368 views
China conducted military exercises near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea

Chinese military conducted joint air and naval exercises near Scarborough Shoal. Beijing stated that the maneuvers are a response to actions by countries that undermine stability in the region.

News of the World • August 1, 04:41 AM • 5146 views
The US introduces a permanent visa bond program of up to $20,000 for citizens of 50 countries

The US State Department introduces a permanent visa bond program of up to $20,000 for citizens of 50 countries. The rule will take effect on August 3, with most countries on the list being African.

Politics • August 1, 04:25 AM • 16408 views
UN Secretary-General calls Gaza agreement "the only good news" of recent days

António Guterres welcomed the agreement on the disarmament of Hamas and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from the Gaza Strip. He called on the parties to adhere to the roadmap to end the war.

Politics • August 1, 04:11 AM • 5073 views
Russia lost nearly 1,500 troops and over 1,800 drones in a day – General StaffPhoto

Over the past day, the Defense Forces destroyed 1,470 Russian troops and 1,838 drones. Russia's total losses since the start of the invasion have exceeded 1.447 million people.

War in Ukraine • August 1, 03:47 AM • 3902 views
Israel refused to withdraw troops from Gaza without the complete disarmament of Hamas

Israel refused to withdraw troops from Gaza without the complete disarmament of Hamas. Hamas demands first the cessation of the military operation and the withdrawal of Israeli troops.

News of the World • August 1, 03:36 AM • 4421 views
The US has about 800 PAC-3 missiles left for Patriot, stocks have shrunk by nearly two-thirds – Defense Express

Stocks of American PAC-3 anti-ballistic missiles for Patriot have shrunk to approximately 800 units. Restoring stocks could take about 2.5 years.

News of the World • August 1, 03:15 AM • 21011 views
In Kyiv, 9 dead and 23 injured due to Russian ballistic attackPhotoVideo

The Russian ballistic attack on Kyiv claimed the lives of nine people, with 23 more injured. The highest number of casualties is in the Darnytskyi district, where seven people died.

War in Ukraine • August 1, 03:02 AM • 50100 views
Infantino withdraws plan for partial privatization of World Cups after wave of protests

FIFA President Gianni Infantino withdrew the proposal to involve private investors in organizing World Cups after criticism from UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF.

Sports • August 1, 02:54 AM • 5725 views
F-35B fighter crashes at US Marine Corps air base in CaliforniaPhoto

F-35B fighter crashes at MCAS Miramar in San Diego. The pilot ejected and was hospitalized in stable condition.

News of the World • August 1, 02:35 AM • 4300 views
Israeli troops ransacked a village in the West Bank, there are wounded and detainedPhoto

Israeli troops ransacked the village of Tal in the West Bank, wounding one Palestinian and detaining three. More than 100 Israeli settlers entered the village, carrying property out of buildings.

News of the World • August 1, 02:16 AM • 4258 views
The United States denied involvement in the delay of a liquefied gas tanker bound for PakistanPhoto

The United States stated that it did not redirect the Al-Areesh tanker carrying Qatari LNG to Pakistan. The delay threatens Pakistan's energy security, which depends on Qatari gas.

News of the World • August 1, 01:56 AM • 7806 views
The number of dead in Kyiv has risen to four, with 13 more people injured as a result of a missile attack by the Russian FederationPhoto

As a result of a massive ballistic attack by the Russian Federation on Kyiv, 4 people were killed and 13 were injured. A missile hit the courtyard of a five-story building in the Solomianskyi district.

War in Ukraine • August 1, 01:52 AM • 23722 views
Trump ordered new strikes on Iran this weekend - WSJ

US President Donald Trump ordered the military to carry out a new attack on Iran this weekend. The US is also considering strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure.

Politics • August 1, 01:37 AM • 4621 views
Trump stated that the US campaign against the ICC is aimed at protecting Netanyahu, not himself

US President Donald Trump stated that Washington's campaign against the ICC is aimed at protecting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Secretary of State Rubio reported that after the start of the campaign, five countries announced their withdrawal from the court.

Politics • August 1, 01:16 AM • 4642 views