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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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"Putin is a dickhead": In Georgia, protesters demand the release of a man who hit a Russian-speaking womanVideo

In Telavi, a man hit a woman who was speaking Russian at a wedding. After the suspect was detained, protest actions began in Georgia with slogans against Putin.

News of the World • July 20, 08:43 PM • 5256 views
In Sumy, six people were injured as a result of an attack by Russian drones, a fire broke out at "Epitsentr"Video

As a result of a Russian UAV strike on Sumy, six people were injured. The drone hit the Epitsentr shopping center, where a fire broke out.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 08:30 PM • 3974 views
Oil tanker stopped in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran's statements about attacks on ships – Bloomberg

Oil tanker Kavomaleas stopped near Oman after IRGC's statements about attacks on ships. Traffic through the strait has almost stopped due to the escalation between the US and Iran.

Politics • July 20, 04:58 AM • 8010 views
Fires after Russian drone attack in Chernihiv region extinguished – SESPhoto

Rescuers extinguished fires at enterprises in Koriukivka and Chernihiv districts after a Russian drone attack. There are no dead or injured.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 04:50 AM • 3857 views
"ATESH" announced reconnaissance of the "Rosneft" oil depot in the Smolensk region and transfer of data to the Armed Forces of UkrainePhoto

The partisan movement "ATESH" conducted reconnaissance of the "Rosneft" oil depot in the Smolensk region, establishing supply schedules and the location of military personnel. The collected information was handed over to the Ukrainian military.

News of the World • July 20, 04:44 AM • 4072 views
In the Moscow region, a fire at an oil depot was reported after a drone attack, six people injured – AstraVideo

In the Lvivskyi microdistrict of the city of Podolsk, an oil depot caught fire after a night attack by drones. Six people with mine-blast injuries were taken to a hospital in Domodedovo.

News of the World • July 20, 04:28 AM • 4468 views
Russia launched a missile strike on Odesa in the morning, damaging infrastructure

Russian troops launched a missile strike on Odesa on the morning of July 20. City infrastructure was damaged, services are working on site.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 04:17 AM • 5558 views
In Domodedovo, after a drone attack, the logistics complex "Southern Gate" caught fire – OSINT analysisVideo

In the Moscow suburb of Domodedovo, after a night drone attack on July 20, a warehouse in the Southern Gate logistics complex caught fire. There is no information about casualties; Russian authorities have not officially confirmed the strike.

News of the World • July 20, 04:12 AM • 5370 views
In Zaporizhzhia, the body of an 11-year-old girl was recovered from the rubble - the death toll has risen to three

In Zaporizhzhia, rescuers extricated the body of an 11-year-old girl from the rubble. In total, three people became victims of the Russian shelling, and 41 people were injured.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 04:07 AM • 4148 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated another 1,600 occupiers and destroyed 82 artillery systems in a day – General StaffPhoto

Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1,600 soldiers, two tanks, and 82 artillery systems. Also, 1,769 drones and 18 cruise missiles were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 04:03 AM • 4251 views
EU support for new sanctions against Russia is weakening due to the economic interests of individual countries – FT

Greece, France, Italy, Germany, Austria and Portugal are blocking or demanding exemptions from the 21st EU sanctions package. Diplomats warn that national economic interests are weakening sanctions policy.

Economy • July 20, 03:38 AM • 5186 views
US Embassy warned Americans in Bahrain of a possible attack by Iran – CNN

The US Embassy in Bahrain warned of a possible attempt by Iran to attack unspecified locations in the center of the capital. The warning came after new US strikes on Iran.

Politics • July 20, 03:15 AM • 5369 views
Russia has begun equipping combat ships with "Peroyed-M" electronic warfare systems

The Russian Federation has begun equipping combat ships with "Peroyed-M" electronic warfare systems. The new systems were spotted on the cruiser "Varyag" and other ships, but not in the Black Sea Fleet.

News of the World • July 20, 02:56 AM • 5260 views
Russia reported an attack by dozens of UAVs on Moscow, reporting a strike on the Wildberries logistics centerVideo

Russian authorities reported a massive drone attack on Moscow and the region, allegedly shooting down 58 drones. According to Telegram channels, UAVs struck the Wildberries logistics complex in the Moscow region.

News of the World • July 20, 02:36 AM • 5398 views
Satellite images confirm the destruction of a Tu-95 at the "Engels" airbase – Defense Blog

Satellite images from Planet Labs dated July 19 show a likely destroyed Tu-95 bomber at the Engels-2 airbase. Analysts at AviVector recorded catastrophic damage to the tail section of the aircraft.

News of the World • July 20, 02:16 AM • 5346 views
Brent oil price exceeds $90 due to escalation between the US and IranPhoto

Brent oil price rose to $91 per barrel due to the escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran. Iran announced the collapse of the ceasefire regime, increasing the risks of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.

Economy • July 20, 01:57 AM • 4477 views
Rapper Drake lost over $1.5 million by betting on Argentina's victory in the 2026 World Cup final

Canadian rapper Drake lost $1. 5 million by betting on Argentina's victory in the 2026 World Cup final, which Spain beat 1-0. This added to the list of the singer's failed predictions, known as the "Drake curse."

News of the World • July 20, 01:38 AM • 3996 views
Trump does not change strategy on Iran despite the death of American servicemen

US President Donald Trump did not announce a change in strategy on Iran, despite the increase in losses among American servicemen to 17 people. Washington plans to maintain its course of strikes on Iranian targets and the safety of navigation.

Politics • July 20, 01:17 AM • 5878 views
Hungarian Prime Minister proposed that chess player Judit Polgár become president

Péter Magyar proposed legendary chess player Judit Polgár the position of President of Hungary. A meeting is planned to discuss the proposal before the adoption of the new Constitution.

Politics • July 20, 12:58 AM • 4152 views
Trump supported the intentions of the new UK Prime Minister to accelerate oil extraction in the North Sea

US President Donald Trump welcomed the intentions of the new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to intensify oil and gas extraction in the North Sea. Burnham does not plan to issue new licenses but will accelerate the development of fields that have already received approval.

Politics • July 20, 12:39 AM • 5593 views
The US has been striking Iran for the ninth consecutive night – CENTCOM

American forces continue a series of strikes on Iran for the ninth consecutive night. CENTCOM stated that the strikes are aimed at weakening Iran's military capabilities used to attack commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

News of the World • July 20, 12:16 AM • 3962 views
Norwegian police warned of the danger of re-ignition after a large fire in Krokstadelva

In the Norwegian town of Krokstadelva, firefighters continue to eliminate the consequences of a large fire, the threat of re-ignition has not yet passed. About 400 people have been evacuated, approximately 100 houses have been destroyed.

News of the World • July 20, 12:03 AM • 3895 views
In Crimea, they reported a possible strike on a substation in Alushta and an FSB military unitVideo

On the night of July 20, explosions were heard in the occupied Crimea near Alushta. There is unconfirmed information about damage to an electrical substation and an FSB military unit.

War in Ukraine • July 19, 11:52 PM • 28412 views
WHO names ways to reduce the risk of developing dementia by nearly 45%

The World Health Organization has updated its recommendations for dementia prevention. Nearly 45% of the risk is associated with factors that a person can change, such as smoking and low physical activity.

Health • July 19, 11:38 PM • 21167 views
A passenger ferry capsized off the coast of Guyana, dozens of people are missing

The passenger ferry MV Barima capsized off the coast of Guyana. 67 people have been rescued, dozens are missing.

News of the World • July 19, 11:18 PM • 3544 views
FIFA announced the best players of the World CupPhoto

Rodri was named the best player of the World Cup. Unai Simón received the Golden Glove, and Kylian Mbappé the Golden Boot.

Sports • July 19, 11:04 PM • 5108 views
Andy Burnham becomes Prime Minister of the United Kingdom today and promises national unity

Andy Burnham will officially become the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on Monday, replacing Keir Starmer. In his first address, he promises to improve the lives of Britons and calls for unity.

Politics • July 19, 10:56 PM • 4485 views
Boeing increases production of components for PAC-3 missiles amid growing demand

Boeing increased production of seeker heads for PAC-3 missiles by 30% in 2025, manufacturing 650 units. In 2026, the company plans to bring the figure to 850 units.

News of the World • July 19, 10:37 PM • 22455 views
In New York, the number of victims of the Legionnaires' disease outbreak has increased

In New York, a second death from Legionnaires' disease has been recorded, with a total of 72 confirmed cases. Specialists are inspecting cooling towers, and the number of new cases is decreasing.

Health • July 19, 10:16 PM • 4872 views
Spain defeated Argentina and became world champion for the first time in 16 yearsVideo

The Spanish national team beat Argentina 1:0 in the final of the 2026 World Cup. The only goal was scored by Ferran Torres in the 106th minute.

Sports • July 19, 10:06 PM • 44473 views