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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
151 combat engagement in 24 hours, occupiers intensified artillery shelling - General Staff

Over the past day, the occupiers carried out more than 3,400 shellings and used 9,300 drones. The hottest spot remains the Pokrovsk direction with 33 enemy assaults.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 05:16 AM • 3722 views
Russian Federation attacked Odesa region with drones at night, port infrastructure damaged, one person injured

Russian drones damaged port infrastructure, warehouses, and administrative buildings in Odesa district. One person was injured as a result of the enemy shelling.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 05:12 AM • 3717 views
On April 18, Ukraine expects rain and up to +19°, but forecasters also warn of frostsPhoto

Rain is expected in almost all regions of Ukraine, and fog in the center. Forecasters warn of frosts down to 3 degrees in the next few days.

Weather and environment • April 18, 05:00 AM • 4023 views
ATESH claims sabotage in Luhansk, leaving the occupiers' supply hub without electricityVideo

Partisans burned down a transformer at a strategic facility in the occupied city. Due to the sabotage, the railway hub for transferring Russian weapons has been blocked.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 04:50 AM • 4184 views
In Sevastopol, an oil depot on Cape Manganari is burning after a drone attack - monitorsPhotoVideo

A fire broke out on Cape Manganari as a result of a prolonged drone attack. The occupation authorities confirmed the fire but denied the presence of fuel reserves.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 04:41 AM • 15089 views
Spain and Brazil signed 15 agreements amid Sanchez's attempts to form an anti-Trump alliance

Pedro Sanchez and Lula da Silva concluded agreements on resources and AI. The leaders aim to reform the UN and limit US influence amid international tensions.

Politics • April 18, 04:29 AM • 15114 views
Russia struck an energy facility in Chernihiv region, leaving 380,000 subscribers without electricity

The Russian attack damaged a facility in Nizhyn district. Chernihiv, Nizhyn, Pryluky, and surrounding areas are without power, and restoration work is underway.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 04:10 AM • 4459 views
Russia lost over 1,000 soldiers in a day, General Staff updated data on lossesPhoto

The General Staff reported the elimination of 1,080 occupiers and the destruction of dozens of pieces of equipment. The total enemy personnel losses exceeded 1.3 million people.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 03:53 AM • 6268 views
The US unexpectedly extended the permit to buy Russian oil and eased sanctions for another month

The Trump administration extended exemptions from sanctions on oil from the Russian Federation until May 16 to curb prices. The decision was made despite previous promises by the authorities.

Economy • April 18, 03:36 AM • 16722 views
Ukraine confirmed the start of pilot training on Gripen in 2026

Zelenskyy confirmed the start of pilot training on Swedish aircraft. Sweden allocates 80 billion kronor in aid and discusses localization of production.

News of the World • April 18, 03:15 AM • 6733 views
Lionel Messi bought Spanish football club Cornellà

The star forward acquired 100% of the shares of the Catalan club from the fifth division of Spain. Details of the deal for the team's acquisition are not yet disclosed.

Sports • April 18, 02:55 AM • 6885 views
US approves nearly $12 billion sale of naval systems to Germany

Germany will receive AEGIS systems and radars for eight ships from Lockheed Martin and RTX. The deal is intended to strengthen NATO security and the interoperability of allied fleets.

News of the World • April 18, 02:37 AM • 10187 views
US may tighten car import rules to move production to the country

The Trump administration is discussing new requirements for the share of American parts in cars. This is intended to force companies to move factories from the US to Mexico and Canada.

Economy • April 18, 02:16 AM • 6071 views
Cuba prepares air defense with ox-drawn machine guns amid threats from the US, defense capability situation is criticalPhotoVideo

The Cuban army uses oxen to transport anti-aircraft guns due to fuel shortages. Aviation and Soviet air defense systems are in decline.

News of the World • April 18, 01:57 AM • 9759 views
Ukraine demonstrated combat drone control at 2000 km: what the "Wild Hornets" breakthrough meansVideo

The Ukrainian Hornet Vision Ctrl system allowed an operator from abroad to control a Sting drone. The the technology provides stable video and low latency.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 01:39 AM • 4583 views
Trump and US Tax Service in talks over $10 billion lawsuit

Trump's lawyers and the IRS are negotiating a settlement in a tax return leak lawsuit. The parties are asking for a 90-day suspension of the court proceedings.

News of the World • April 18, 01:15 AM • 4475 views
Oil prices plummeted by 9% after Iran's statement on opening the Strait of Hormuz

Brent crude fell to $90. 38 after Iran announced permission for ships to pass. At least 20 tankers have already begun moving through the strategic route.

Economy • April 18, 12:58 AM • 7602 views
Ukraine to receive 15 times more drones than Britain in two years, but there are nuances

Britain will transfer 120,000 drones of various types to Ukraine. The kingdom's own army received only 8,000 units due to rapid obsolescence of equipment.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 12:40 AM • 12095 views
In the US, a million bees blocked a highway exit after a truck accident

In Tennessee, a million bees flew onto the road after a truck accident. The I-40 highway exit was closed, and drivers were asked to stay in their cars.

News of the World • April 18, 12:26 AM • 11484 views
Natalie Portman is pregnant with her third child with partner Tanguy Destable

The 44-year-old actress Natalie Portman is expecting her first child with her new partner. The star already has a son and a daughter from a previous marriage.

Culture • April 18, 12:16 AM • 107198 views
After night attacks, oil depots are burning in Krasnodar Krai and near Sevastopol

Fires broke out at oil infrastructure facilities in Tikhoretsk and Kozacha Bukhta. Authorities report air defense operations and no casualties.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 12:11 AM • 11633 views
Dollar falls to seven-week low amid Strait of Hormuz reopening

The dollar's exchange rate fell to 97. 96 amid statements from Iran and the US about the resumption of shipping. Investors are choosing risky assets, which has led to a decrease in oil prices.

Economy • April 17, 11:58 PM • 6412 views
Merops, tested in Ukraine, shot down over 1,000 Shaheds and is now used by the US in the Middle EastPhoto

The American military purchased 13,000 Merops interceptor drones to combat UAVs. The system destroyed over 1,000 targets during tests in Ukraine.

News of the World • April 17, 11:40 PM • 4617 views
US oil supplies through the Panama Canal rose to a near 4-year highPhoto

Shipments exceeded 200,000 barrels per day due to problems in the Strait of Hormuz. Companies pay $3 million for vessels to pass without queuing.

News of the World • April 17, 11:17 PM • 4064 views
US Department of Justice changes team in case of former CIA Director Brennan amid Trump investigation

Prosecutor Maria Medetis Long has left the investigation into the conspiracy against Trump. A new lawyer has been brought into the case amid pressure to intensify the investigation.

News of the World • April 17, 11:05 PM • 4296 views
Massive attack and explosions reported in Sevastopol, Russian air defense active

A series of powerful explosions rocked occupied Sevastopol and Novofedorivka. Russian air defense conducted intense fire near the thermal power plant and military airfields.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 10:58 PM • 20292 views
EU to conduct mutual assistance drills in case of attack, Kallas to personally oversee mechanism review

The European Union will conduct exercises to practice Article 42. 7 on collective defense. Kaja Kallas will personally oversee the review of the response to armed aggression.

Politics • April 17, 10:39 PM • 4435 views
Fire at Tuapse oil refinery continues for over two days, residents urged to wear respiratorsVideo

At the plant in Tuapse, the fire has not been extinguished for 42 hours. Due to smoke and damaged buildings, residents are urged to wear respirators and not open windows.

News of the World • April 17, 10:14 PM • 4072 views
More than half of Britons support rejoining the EU 10 years after BrexitPhoto

A poll showed that 53% of UK citizens support rejoining the EU. The highest support was found among Labour and Liberal Democrat voters.

Politics • April 17, 09:55 PM • 3994 views
Russia struck Bohodukhiv in Kharkiv region with a drone, there are wounded

Occupiers struck private houses in Bohodukhiv with a drone, wounding two people. Three homes were damaged, emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 09:45 PM • 5775 views