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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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US appeals court upholds ban on Trump's executive order on mail-in voting

The US federal appeals court upheld a ban on Trump's executive order that tightened mail-in voting rules in 23 states. The court ruled that the president exceeded his authority by requiring the Department of Homeland Security to compile voter lists.

Politics • July 26, 12:16 AM • 4548 views
Brazil denied visas to American diplomats over fears of election interference

Brazil denied visas to two senior State Department officials whom the Trump administration planned to send to the country ahead of the October 4 elections. The authorities regarded the planned visit as interference in the electoral process.

Politics • July 25, 11:55 PM • 4389 views
Joshua knocked out Prentga, and Ukrainian Khyzhniak won early in his second professional fightVideo

Anthony Joshua knocked out Christian Prentga, although he visited the canvas. Ukrainian Oleksandr Khyzhniak knocked out undefeated Frenchman Lenny Patracca in the second round.

Sports • July 25, 11:44 PM • 4584 views
Israeli military detained over 70 suspects in the West Bank

Israeli military detained over 70 suspects in the occupied West Bank after clashes that killed two Israelis and four Palestinians.

News of the World • July 25, 11:35 PM • 3507 views
Russia plans to lift the ban on diesel fuel exports after market stabilization

Russia will gradually lift the ban on diesel fuel exports, but restrictions on gasoline will continue until the end of the year. Deputy Prime Minister Novak stated that the market has stabilized after the fuel crisis caused by attacks on refineries.

Economy • July 25, 11:15 PM • 23566 views
In China, over 340,000 people were evacuated due to the approach of Typhoon Noul

In Guangdong province, over 340,000 people were evacuated due to Typhoon Noul. Schools and businesses have been closed, and train services have been suspended.

News of the World • July 25, 11:00 PM • 4340 views
In Congo, the number of confirmed Ebola cases approaches 3000

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the number of confirmed cases of Ebola virus infection has risen to nearly 3000. More than 1,300 people have died from the disease, and there is no effective vaccine against the strain.

Health • July 25, 10:54 PM • 4498 views
Qatar to resume maritime traffic after temporary suspension due to tensions between the US and Iran

Qatar resumes maritime traffic in normal mode from July 26. Vessel movement was temporarily suspended due to the escalation between the US and Iran.

News of the World • July 25, 10:36 PM • 3377 views
Katy Perry criticized the White House for using her song in a video about strikes on IranVideo

The singer stated that she did not give permission for the use of the hit Firework in a video about military strikes. She called it a violation of the song's message about self-worth.

News of the World • July 25, 10:17 PM • 4936 views
At least 5 missiles attacked Kyiv, fires broke out in several districts, the attack is ongoing

At least 5 missiles attacked Kyiv. In the Shevchenkivskyi, Solomianskyi and Desnianskyi districts, fires broke out due to falling debris.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 09:56 PM • 29427 views
Zelenskyy stated that Russia is preparing to receive another 30,000 troops from North Korea

President Zelenskyy stated that Russia is preparing to accept 30,000 military personnel from North Korea. The preparation has been ongoing in the Voronezh region since June, and North Korea will also transfer new launchers.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 09:55 PM • 15380 views
Large-scale failure in Georgia's energy system investigated under article on sabotage

The State Security Service of Georgia has opened criminal proceedings over emergency power outages on July 24-25. The investigation is being conducted under the article on sabotage.

News of the World • July 25, 09:38 PM • 4365 views
Trump ordered to suspend US strikes on Iran for diplomatic negotiations

US President Donald Trump ordered the military not to launch new strikes on Iran after 13 days of attacks. He is ready to give time for diplomacy and is negotiating with Tehran.

Politics • July 25, 09:16 PM • 4413 views
Iran accused Ukraine of attacking a merchant vessel in the Caspian Sea and appealed to the UN

Iran claimed that Ukraine allegedly struck a merchant vessel in the Caspian Sea, resulting in the death of one crew member. Tehran appealed to the UN Security Council, accusing Kyiv of violating international law.

Politics • July 25, 08:58 PM • 19014 views
New French ambassador addresses Ukrainians in Ukrainian before starting work in KyivVideo

The newly appointed French ambassador to Ukraine, Brice Roquefeuil, recorded a video address in Ukrainian, announcing that he is heading to Kyiv. He reminded that he previously served as the director of the Department of Continental Europe at the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Politics • July 25, 08:43 PM • 4318 views
Kremlin rejected Tokayev's proposal to "freeze" the war against Ukraine

Peskov stated that freezing the conflict is impossible due to Kyiv's position. Russia insists on achieving its own goals in the war.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 08:29 PM • 13638 views
Russia launched a missile strike on Derhachi in Kharkiv region

Russian troops launched a missile strike on the city of Derhachi in Kharkiv region. A private house and outbuildings were damaged, no casualties.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 08:14 PM • 3544 views
Over the past day, 230 combat engagements occurred on the front, with the hottest battles ongoing in the Pokrovsk direction – General Staff

Over the past day, 230 combat engagements occurred, with the Russians most actively attacking in the Pokrovsk direction. The defense forces struck seven UAV control points and six command posts of the Russian troops.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 05:02 AM • 4389 views
India reported an attack on a liquefied gas tanker off the coast of Iran; the crew was not injured

The Indian Embassy reported an attack on the tanker DISHA in Iranian waters; 28 Indians on board were not injured. An attack also occurred on the vessel MV OMORFI in the Black Sea, resulting in the death of one Indian.

News of the World • July 25, 04:58 AM • 5892 views
Russian troops attacked four gas stations and a fire station in Poltava region at night

On the night of July 25, Russian drones hit four gas stations and a fire station building in the Poltava district. According to preliminary data, no one was injured.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 04:49 AM • 27134 views
Trump spoke at the White House Correspondents' Dinner with insults toward journalists and political opponents – CNN

US President Trump spoke at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, criticizing journalists and political opponents. CNN defended its journalists after the president's insults.

Politics • July 25, 04:44 AM • 6260 views
Air defense forces neutralized 128 aerial targets overnight, Russia launched 157 drones and two missilesPhoto

Russia attacked Ukraine with 157 drones and two Kh-59/69 missiles. Air defense forces shot down 127 drones and one missile, hits were recorded at 9 locations.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 04:38 AM • 4383 views
OSINT analysts reported a fire on the territory of a military unit in Engels after a night attackPhoto

In Engels, after a night attack, a fire broke out on the territory of a probable military unit. OSINT analysts from ASTRA geolocated the ignition site near a military airfield.

News of the World • July 25, 04:28 AM • 4235 views
The General Staff updated Russia's losses - 1,450 occupiers and almost 700 units of equipment were eliminated in a dayPhoto

Over the past day, the Defense Forces of Ukraine eliminated 1,450 Russian military personnel. Also destroyed were 7 tanks, 11 armored fighting vehicles, and 78 artillery systems.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 04:14 AM • 4223 views
The first combat debut of the Russian "Arena-M" system against FPV drones ended in failure – Defence BlogVideo

A Ukrainian FPV drone struck a Russian T-72B3A tank equipped with the "Arena-M" system near Donetsk. This is the first public evidence of the system's failure in real-world conditions.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 03:48 AM • 22366 views
SpaceX successfully launched Starship and for the first time put 20 latest Starlink satellites into orbit

SpaceX conducted the 13th test flight of Starship, putting 20 next-generation Starlink satellites into orbit. The ship successfully splashed down in the Indian Ocean, while the booster fell into the Gulf of Mexico.

News of the World • July 25, 03:34 AM • 6597 views
Saudi Arabia announced strikes on Houthi targets after an attack on a vessel in the Red Sea

Saudi Arabia struck Houthi targets in Hodeidah. The coalition called this a proportional response to the attack on a Saudi vessel.

News of the World • July 25, 03:15 AM • 4562 views
Ukrainian naval drone Magura will be officially produced in the USA

Companies UForce and ReconCraft have signed an agreement to produce Magura drones in Oregon and South Carolina. This is the first official project of a Ukrainian developer in the United States.

News of the World • July 25, 02:54 AM • 6287 views
US disabled tanker after attempts to break the naval blockade in the Gulf of Oman – CNN

US military disabled a commercial tanker that attempted four times to breach the blockade in the Gulf of Oman. This is the first such incident since the US reinstated the blockade earlier this month.

News of the World • July 25, 02:36 AM • 6053 views
Russian drone flew over 350 km across Romania, failed to be shot down on first attemptPhoto

A Russian drone violated Romania's airspace on July 24, flying over 350 km. It was shot down by a Romanian F-16 fighter after being intercepted by four aircraft.

News of the World • July 25, 02:15 AM • 4754 views