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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
Somalia faces threat of famine for the first time since 2022 due to drought and cuts in global aid

Due to drought and aid reductions, Somalia is once again threatened by large-scale famine. More than six million people are in a state of food crisis.

News of the World • May 16, 03:31 AM • 4782 views
Ministry of Defense officially approves 'Plyushch' ground drone for use by the Armed Forces of UkrainePhoto

The one-ton platform features a 10-meter mast for reconnaissance and communication. The drone operates autonomously for up to four days and has already undergone testing at the front.

War in Ukraine • May 16, 03:16 AM • 4586 views
US SOF envy the AFU for the ability to independently modernize drones – Defense ExpressPhoto

The Commander of US Special Operations Command stated an excessive dependence on companies for drone modernization. The Ukrainian experience of rapid equipment adaptation has become an example.

News of the World • May 16, 02:58 AM • 4697 views
China at the UN criticizes US resolution on the Strait of Hormuz and hints at a possible veto

China's Ambassador to the UN called the US resolution on the Strait of Hormuz ill-timed. Beijing calls on the parties to negotiate and hints at a possible veto of the document.

Politics • May 16, 02:37 AM • 12587 views
Romania installed an analogue of the Ukrainian "hood" on TR-85M1R tanks for protection against dronesPhoto

A modernized TR-85M1R tank with folding anti-drone protection was presented in Bucharest. Romania plans to upgrade 108 vehicles based on the Ukrainian model.

News of the World • May 16, 02:15 AM • 5099 views
Number of migrant arrests at the U.S. border has risen by 50% since the start of Trump's second term

The number of migrant arrests at the U. S. border has increased by 50% since the beginning of Trump's second term. In April, border guards detained nearly 9,000 people.

News of the World • May 16, 01:56 AM • 4590 views
The US Unveils New 155mm MDACS Self-Propelled Gun to Destroy "Shaheds" and Cruise Missiles

BAE Systems has presented the 155mm MDACS system for the low-cost downing of aerial targets using HVP projectiles. The first battery is planned to be delivered to the US Army by 2027.

News of the World • May 16, 01:38 AM • 11881 views
Switzerland to open secret files on Nazi Josef Mengele, known as the "Angel of Death" – BBC

Swiss intelligence will open archives regarding the Nazi Josef Mengele. The documents may contain data about his stay in Switzerland after World War II.

Culture • May 16, 01:24 AM • 5169 views
Prince Harry and Meghan to produce film about the war in Afghanistan for Netflix

Archewell is set to adapt Adam Jowett's book about British military battles against the Taliban. The screenplay for the project will be written by Oscar nominee Matt Charman.

Culture • May 16, 01:10 AM • 5099 views
US could cut Colorado River water supplies by up to 40% due to drought

The US plans to reduce water consumption from the Colorado River by 3 million acre-feet. This is necessary to protect Lake Mead and Lake Powell reservoirs from falling to critically low levels.

News of the World • May 16, 12:57 AM • 4076 views
Following the DR Congo, Uganda confirms a new Ebola virus outbreak

Uganda has recorded an outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus linked to a case from the DR Congo. The patient died in the hospital, and contact tracing is currently underway.

Health • May 16, 12:40 AM • 4139 views
Trump Administration seeks to expedite oil drilling permits in Alaska – Bloomberg

The US plans to issue oil drilling permits in Alaska within 30 days to lower prices. The new system will accelerate the implementation of the large-scale Willow project.

News of the World • May 16, 12:17 AM • 3865 views
Occupiers close Crimean Bridge following reports of drones moving toward the peninsulaPhoto

Traffic on the Crimean Bridge has been suspended due to the threat of a drone attack on the peninsula. Residents have been urged to charge their gadgets and remain calm.

War in Ukraine • May 16, 12:05 AM • 4596 views
Armed militants attacked a school in Nigeria and kidnapped dozens of children

In Borno State, armed militants attacked a secondary school near the Sambisa Forest. Police are determining the number of missing children who may have been kidnapped.

News of the World • May 15, 11:56 PM • 3657 views
Trump administration prepares potential indictment against Raúl Castro to pressure Cuba

U. S. Department of Justice prepares indictment against Raúl Castro over the 1996 shootdown of aircraft. The move is linked to increased pressure on Havana due to events in Venezuela.

News of the World • May 15, 11:39 PM • 3739 views
Trump stated that the US allowed three Chinese tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz

Trump announced US permission for the passage of three Chinese tankers carrying Iranian oil. This decision was made ahead of negotiations with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

Politics • May 15, 11:25 PM • 4204 views
Oil prices rose by more than 3% due to new fears regarding the US-Iran conflict

Brent and WTI oil prices rose by over 3% due to new disputes between the US and Iran. The market is reacting to the threat to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Economy • May 15, 11:16 PM • 5278 views
US announces preparation of Iran-linked militants for attacks in New York and Europe

The US has charged an Iraqi man with plotting terrorist attacks against Jewish sites in Europe and America. The militant was detained in New York and faces life imprisonment.

News of the World • May 15, 10:56 PM • 3890 views
SpaceX prepares for IPO with valuation exceeding $2 trillion as early as Wednesday – Bloomberg

SpaceX plans to raise $75 billion through a Nasdaq listing under the ticker SPCX. Elon Musk's company valuation will exceed $2 trillion.

Economy • May 15, 10:37 PM • 4964 views
New Ebola outbreak in Congo causes 65 deaths and hundreds of suspected cases

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, 65 deaths and 246 suspected cases of Ebola have been recorded. The virus could spread to Uganda and South Sudan due to migration.

Health • May 15, 10:17 PM • 3689 views
Israel announces strike on one of the top Hamas leaders in Gaza

Israel attacked Izz al-Din al-Haddad, who is considered the mastermind behind the October 7 attack. There is currently no data confirming the elimination of the Hamas leader.

News of the World • May 15, 09:57 PM • 3295 views
Greek investigation states drone linked to Ukraine went off course due to malfunction

Investigators in Greece have determined that a sea drone carrying explosives went off course due to a malfunction. Athens believes the craft is Ukrainian, but Kyiv denies this.

News of the World • May 15, 09:35 PM • 15491 views
The US will officially observe National Shabbat for the first time by Trump's decree

Trump has introduced the first-ever National Shabbat in US history from May 15 to 16. The initiative is timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of independence and Jewish heritage.

News of the World • May 15, 09:16 PM • 13028 views
Georgia declares readiness to restore relations with Ukraine following meeting of Foreign Ministers

The Foreign Ministers of Georgia and Ukraine discussed the restoration of relations in Chișinău. The parties are ready for dialogue despite existing diplomatic challenges.

Politics • May 15, 08:59 PM • 11437 views
A Moscow court upheld the Central Bank of the Russian Federation's lawsuit against Belgium's Euroclear for $249 billion over frozen assets

A Moscow court granted the lawsuit of the Central Bank of the Russian Federation against Euroclear for $249 billion. The Belgian depository plans to appeal this decision.

Economy • May 15, 08:44 PM • 10446 views
Trump tells Taiwan not to count on unconditional US protection

Trump stated there is no unconditional support for Taiwan and did not confirm the provision of weapons. The US President seeks to avoid direct conflict with China.

Politics • May 15, 08:30 PM • 7002 views
Putin signed a decree on simplified Russian citizenship for residents of TransnistriaPhoto

The dictator simplified the procedure for obtaining Russian passports for adults and orphans in Transnistria. The decision is allegedly justified by the protection of human rights.

Politics • May 15, 08:11 PM • 4928 views
Russian drones attacked an enterprise and a private house in the Kharkiv region overnightPhoto

On the night of May 12, enemy UAVs attacked the Kupyansk and Kharkiv districts. Vehicles at an enterprise caught fire, and a private household was damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 04:56 AM • 4131 views
Russia moves ammunition and drone warehouses deep into the rear due to AFU strikes – "ATESH"

The "ATESH" movement reported the relocation of Russian ammunition and drone warehouses further from the front. This change in logistics makes the enemy's supply chains more vulnerable.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 04:49 AM • 3819 views
Wildfires in Florida have engulfed thousands of hectares in the Everglades regionPhoto

In Florida, two large-scale fires have scorched over 5,900 acres of the Everglades. Visibility has deteriorated due to smoke, and containment efforts are ongoing.

News of the World • May 12, 04:35 AM • 3940 views