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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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Eight EU countries want to limit the ability to block foreign policy decisions

Germany, France and six other EU countries propose avoiding the blocking of foreign policy decisions. They do not plan to change the treaties.

Politics • August 31, 10:56 PM • 5180 views
The U.S. Supreme Court has again allowed Trump to continue construction of the White House ballroom

The court allowed the work not to be halted but did not decide whether the project is lawful. The chief justice stated that the construction is likely illegal.

Politics • August 31, 10:38 PM • 4449 views
Turkmenistan has begun eliminating giant methane leaks — the UN calls it a breakthrough for the climate

Turkmenistan has eliminated 8 large-scale methane leaks from old oil and gas facilities. In 2023, the country received 192 warnings from the UN.

News of the World • August 31, 10:17 PM • 4087 views
Yarmolenko apologized to "Dynamo" fans after the crushing defeat to "Bukovyna"Photo

Andriy Yarmolenko apologized to «Dynamo» fans for the 0–3 defeat to «Bukovyna». He accepted responsibility for the performance.

Sports • August 31, 10:06 PM • 2896 views
Trump is considering limited strikes on Iran in the area of the Strait of Hormuz

The United States may carry out limited strikes on Iranian positions near the Strait of Hormuz. The goal is to deter attacks on vessels and aircraft.

Politics • August 31, 09:55 PM • 4294 views
The U.S. is preparing new relief measures for oil refineries amid rising gasoline prices

The EPA may grant refineries more than 1. 8 billion fuel credits to curb prices. Farmers fear a decline in demand for corn for ethanol.

Economy • August 31, 09:36 PM • 4256 views
A major Turkish shipping company has completely suspended services to Russia due to security threats

Akkon has suspended services to Russia due to threats to vessels, crews, and cargo. The decision could complicate the import of European goods.

Economy • August 31, 09:16 PM • 3598 views
The Kremlin called reports about a proposed meeting between Trump, Zelenskyy and Putin "information ducks"

Peskov called Axios's report about a proposed trilateral summit "information ducks. " Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow was confirmed.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 09:06 PM • 13110 views
Russia launched a massive strike on Odesa, infrastructure was damagedVideo

On the evening of August 31, Russian forces launched a massive attack on Odesa. Damage to infrastructure and disruptions to the electricity supply have been reported.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 08:52 PM • 12722 views
Ukraine defeated Montenegro and topped the group in the 2027 Basketball World Cup qualifiersPhoto

Ukraine defeated Montenegro 98:89 in the Basketball World Cup qualifiers. After 8 matches, the team has 14 points and leads the group.

Sports • August 31, 08:47 PM • 3239 views
One of Russia’s largest oil refineries halted 73% of its capacity after a drone attack

The Yaroslavl oil refinery shut down two of its three units following a drone attack. In August, oil refining in Russia fell to its lowest level since 2002.

Economy • August 31, 08:46 PM • 4117 views
Zelenskyy dismissed Kamyshin from the position of the President's adviser on strategic matters

Oleksandr Kamyshin left the position of the President's freelance adviser on strategic matters. He worked on the development of the defense-industrial complex and joint weapons production.

Politics • August 31, 08:35 PM • 3421 views
Iran said it had struck U.S. bases in Jordan and the UAE in response to the U.S. attack

The IRGC said it had carried out missile and drone strikes on U. S. facilities in Jordan and the UAE. Jordan reported intercepting 8 missiles.

News of the World • August 31, 04:59 AM • 16913 views
Trump claimed the destruction of Iran's oil hub on Kharg Island, but the only evidence is an AI-generated videoVideo

Trump claimed the destruction of an energy hub on Kharg Island. Reuters found that the published video of the explosions was most likely created by AI.

News of the World • August 31, 04:58 AM • 10038 views
A passenger ferry capsized off the coast of Cyprus – 8 dead, 18 people missing

A ferry carrying 267 people capsized off Cyprus: 8 died, 18 are missing. The captain and seven crew members were detained.

News of the World • August 31, 04:50 AM • 4490 views
Large-scale power outages announced in occupied Crimea due to "emergency restoration work"

In Simferopol and more than 20 settlements in Crimea, the power will be cut off from 8:00 to 18:00 due to emergency restoration work. The reason was not specified.

Society • August 31, 04:44 AM • 4032 views
The death toll from the disaster in the Himalayas is approaching 800, with more than 3,000 people missing

797 people have died in Nepal and China, while more than 3,000 are missing. New landslides and rising water levels are complicating rescue efforts.

News of the World • August 31, 04:31 AM • 18915 views
Pacific island summit becomes the center of the struggle for influence between the US and China – AP

Leaders of Pacific island nations gathered in Palau amid the US-China struggle for influence. The president called for a focus on climate and the economy.

Politics • August 31, 04:18 AM • 4473 views
The General Staff reported Russia’s losses over the past day: 1,600 military personnel, 5 tanks, 50 artillery systems and other equipmentPhoto

Over the past day, Russia lost approximately 1,600 military personnel, 5 tanks, 50 artillery systems and 2,055 drones. Russia’s total personnel losses reached 1,488,200.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 04:10 AM • 3789 views
South Korea plans to become the first country in the world to provide AI to all citizens free of charge

The AI for All program is intended to provide citizens with free access to the premium features of local chatbots. Seoul seeks to reduce its dependence on the United States and China.

News of the World • August 31, 03:48 AM • 14621 views
Flash flood in the Grand Canyon – at least 15 people missing

A flash flood in Arizona damaged infrastructure in the Grand Canyon. Rescuers are evacuating people and searching for at least 15 missing persons.

News of the World • August 31, 03:33 AM • 14877 views
The Russian dry cargo ship attacked near Novorossiysk drifted toward Turkey and ran agroundPhoto

After the attack, the crew abandoned the «OMSKY-107», and the unmanned vessel drifted toward the Turkish coast. The ship ran aground near Şile.

News of the World • August 31, 03:15 AM • 20673 views
Maduro showed photos from an American prison – online users are asking how he was able to publish themPhoto

Maduro released photos from an American prison, taken back on June 25. Users are asking how he passed them on for publication.

News of the World • August 31, 02:56 AM • 14543 views
Google made concessions to Trump and renamed Lake Ontario to "Lake America"

Google Maps in the US shows Lake Ontario as “Lake America” following Trump’s executive order. In Canada and on Apple Maps, the name has not been changed.

News of the World • August 31, 02:38 AM • 18884 views
Ukrainian drone manufacturer Buntar Aerospace receives $10.4 million in investment

The Ukrainian drone manufacturer received funding from Axon Enterprise and Munkene AS. The funds will be used to scale up production and software development.

Economy • August 31, 02:17 AM • 4074 views
The U.S. Senate called on the House of Representatives to urgently pass new sanctions against Russia

Senator Richard Blumenthal called on the House of Representatives to approve sanctions against Russia. The Senate supported the bill by a vote of 86.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 01:55 AM • 16349 views
Brent crude jumped 1.6% to nearly $90 a barrel amid escalating tensions in the Middle East

Brent prices rose 1. 6% after the U.S. strike on Iranian missile installations. Markets are anticipating a possible Federal Reserve rate hike.

Economy • August 31, 01:36 AM • 15289 views
The US war with Iran has become a test for the SCO ahead of the Xi–Putin summit – Bloomberg

SCO leaders will meet in Kyrgyzstan amid US pressure on Iran. The organization is expected to provide Tehran with political, but not military, support.

Politics • August 31, 01:16 AM • 14189 views
A Russian State Duma deputy called for the use of nuclear weapons against Ukraine

Aleksey Zhuravlyov called for the use of tactical nuclear weapons against Ukraine to force its capitulation. There are no signs of preparations for a strike.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 12:55 AM • 16928 views
Hurricane "Karina" is intensifying in the Pacific Ocean and may reach Category 3

Hurricane “Karina” over the Pacific Ocean already has winds of 130 km/h and may reach Category 3. Waves threaten Mexico’s coast.

News of the World • August 31, 12:36 AM • 6240 views