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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
EU warns of risk of trade deal collapse with US over new demandsPhoto

The European Commission warned of the risk of agreements collapsing due to amendments regarding the duration of the agreement. The document provides for a 15% tariff on most EU goods.

Economy • April 24, 01:10 AM • 4117 views
Traders made billion-dollar deals before Trump's statements on Iran, senators demand investigationPhoto

Traders made billion-dollar deals minutes before Trump's statements on war with Iran. Senators demand CFTC investigate timely sales of oil futures.

News of the World • April 24, 12:55 AM • 3567 views
Tesla's profit grew in the first quarter, Musk announced a new Roadster

The company earned $477 million for the quarter with revenues of $22. 39 billion. Elon Musk is preparing to launch the Roadster sports car and mass production of Optimus robots.

News of the World • April 24, 12:37 AM • 3925 views
Former Georgian Defense Minister sentenced to 10 years in prison for abuse of power and money laundering

The Tbilisi court sentenced Juansher Burchuladze and his accomplices. The former official's property in Spain was confiscated, and he was banned from holding office.

News of the World • April 24, 12:15 AM • 3424 views
Migrant boat sinks off Algerian coast, at least 17 dead

A boat carrying Somali migrants en route to Spain capsized near Algeria. 12 men and 5 women died, their bodies have been taken to hospitals.

News of the World • April 23, 11:57 PM • 3539 views
Russians struck residential buildings in Odesa, there are casualties and destructionPhoto

In Odesa, three residential buildings and a non-residential building were damaged due to an enemy attack. One woman was hospitalized, and two other victims received assistance on the spot.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 11:48 PM • 4776 views
Trump suggested Iran may have "slightly" increased its weaponry during the truce

The US President believes Tehran may have partially replenished its weapons stockpiles in two weeks. Trump seeks a lasting deal and rejects the need for nuclear weapons.

Politics • April 23, 11:38 PM • 4658 views
Russian troops are increasingly bypassing Starlink blocking through accounts of Ukrainian citizens - media

Russian military personnel are purchasing Starlink terminals activated for Ukrainian citizens. Devices costing over 100,000 rubles are supplied through third countries.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 11:16 PM • 35895 views
OpenAI introduced a new artificial intelligence model, GPT-5.5

The new AI model GPT-5. 5 is available to paid ChatGPT and Codex users. It effectively writes code, analyzes data, and creates complex documents.

News of the World • April 23, 10:58 PM • 4200 views
Cuba received temporary energy relief after Russian oil supplies

A tanker delivered 100,000 tons of Urals oil to stabilize Cuba's energy system. Authorities note that the fuel will only be enough for a few days of network operation.

News of the World • April 23, 10:40 PM • 3545 views
Trump said he had not yet invited Putin to the G20, but did not rule out his participation, and said it would be beneficial

Donald Trump has not yet sent an official invitation to Putin for the summit in Miami. The US President believes that the presence of the Russian leader would be beneficial.

Politics • April 23, 10:27 PM • 4180 views
US eases marijuana rules, changing policy for the first time in decades

The US Department of Justice is reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous substance. This decision will simplify scientific research and reduce taxes for the industry.

News of the World • April 23, 10:17 PM • 3299 views
Trump announces three-week extension of Israel-Lebanon truce

Donald Trump announced the extension of the ceasefire after talks at the White House. The US plans to help Lebanon defend itself against the Hezbollah group.

Politics • April 23, 09:54 PM • 20477 views
Lebanon and Israel to hold second round of direct talks in US on truce

Diplomats will meet at the White House to discuss extending the truce. Lebanon proposes troop withdrawal, while Israel demands Hezbollah's disarmament.

Politics • April 23, 09:35 PM • 3586 views
British King Charles to visit US amid worst relations crisis in decades

The British King will meet with Donald Trump and address Congress. The visit aims to restore ties amid disagreements over the war with Iran.

Politics • April 23, 09:15 PM • 3905 views
Albanian Prime Minister says EU is wrong not to engage in dialogue with Russia

Edi Rama believes that Europe is losing influence over ending the war due to a lack of contact with Russia. He also discusses Kushner's $1.4 billion investment project.

Politics • April 23, 08:56 PM • 3433 views
Latvian Foreign Minister calls for increased pressure on Russia until the war ends and reparations are paid

Baiba Braže called for increased pressure on Russia until the end of the war. In Baku, the minister discussed support for Ukraine and the growth of trade with Azerbaijan.

Politics • April 23, 08:35 PM • 11513 views
Israel massively demolishes residential buildings in southern Lebanon after ceasefirePhoto

Lebanon accuses Israel of systematically destroying entire neighborhoods in border villages. Due to the large-scale destruction, thousands of people will not be able to return.

News of the World • April 23, 05:05 AM • 19882 views
Russian Airborne Forces officer handed over data on Russian troop positions in Kherson region - ATESH

An officer of the 247th regiment provided ATESH with data on the location of units and UAV operators. The information about the enemy has already been received by the Ukrainian Defense Forces.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 04:58 AM • 3683 views
In Russia's Nizhny Novgorod region, the Gorky oil pumping station is on fire after an attack.

After a series of explosions in the Kstovsky district, the Transneft-Verkhnyaya Volga oil pumping station caught fire. The fire broke out in the village of Meshikha, and there is no information about casualties.

News of the World • April 23, 04:50 AM • 24360 views
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has practically stopped again after shelling and seizure of vessels by IranPhoto

Due to shelling and seizure of MSC Francesca and Epaminondas container ships by Iran, shipping through the strait has ceased. The US has imposed a naval blockade.

News of the World • April 23, 04:43 AM • 35039 views
US intercepts at least three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters – Reuters

The American military has rerouted the vessels Deep Sea, Sevin, and Dorena near India and Malaysia. The blockade has already forced 29 tankers to change course in the region.

News of the World • April 23, 04:34 AM • 15571 views
Drones attack Russia's Samara region for the second night, petrochemical plant on fireVideo

In Samara and Novokuibyshevsk, drones damaged a residential building. One person died, two people were hospitalized, and Kurumoch airport suspended operations.

News of the World • April 23, 04:21 AM • 4779 views
In Kherson, two people were injured and hospitalized due to overnight Russian drone attacks

Russian drones attacked the Central and Korabelny districts of the city. A 63-year-old man and a 71-year-old woman sustained concussions.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 04:10 AM • 3566 views
The number of victims in Dnipro increased after Russia's night attack, two people died, eight were injured

As a result of the Russian shelling of Dnipro, two people died and eight were injured. Residential buildings were damaged, and search operations are ongoing at the site.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 03:57 AM • 3358 views
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 1,100 eliminated occupiers and equipment losses over the past dayPhoto

Over the past day, 1,100 invaders and 58 enemy artillery systems were eliminated. The defense forces destroyed a record number of drones and over two hundred units of automotive equipment.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 03:44 AM • 3781 views
Panama reports illegal seizure of its flagged vessel in the Strait of Hormuz

Iranian forces illegally seized the MSC Francesca vessel, flying the Panamanian flag. Panamanian authorities called the incident an attack on maritime security and international law.

News of the World • April 23, 03:30 AM • 4684 views
Oil prices rose by over $3 amid attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and a drop in US fuel inventories

Brent and WTI prices rose after Iranian vessel attacks. US gasoline inventories fell by 4.6 million barrels, exceeding market analysts' expectations.

Economy • April 23, 03:16 AM • 4728 views
Gold prices stabilize amid Strait of Hormuz tensionsPhoto

The price of gold remains at $4,725 per ounce due to threats to energy security. The US-Iran conflict provokes inflationary risks and volatility.

Economy • April 23, 02:56 AM • 4994 views
Estonia considers purchasing Ukrainian missiles and drones due to delays in US arms supplies

Due to delays in HIMARS deliveries, Estonia is considering purchasing Ukrainian long-range weapons. Ukrainian developments will allow striking targets at a distance of over 1000 km.

News of the World • April 23, 02:38 AM • 4728 views