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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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Spain received record volumes of Russian gas amid the war in the Middle East

In March, Spain purchased a historical maximum of gas from the Russian Federation, amounting to 9,807 GWh. The increase in supplies is due to disruptions in logistics in the Strait of Hormuz.

Economy • April 16, 09:15 PM • 3951 views
Panama Canal traffic jam forced ship to pay $4 million for priority passage

Due to congestion and the war in the Middle East, a tanker paid a record amount at auction for priority. This is four times the standard March rates.

Economy • April 16, 08:59 PM • 3638 views
EU population could shrink by over 50 million by 2100 - EurostatPhoto

Eurostat predicts a decrease in the EU population to 398. 8 million. The share of people over 80 will increase from 6% to 16% due to an aging population.

Society • April 16, 08:45 PM • 9101 views
Over 600 attacks on TCC military personnel recorded in Ukraine - National Police

The National Police registered 620 cases of aggression against TCC military personnel. Most incidents occurred in Kharkiv Oblast, Kyiv, and Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.

Society • April 16, 08:31 PM • 12238 views
Pakistan's Army Chief arrives in Tehran to mediate between US and Iran in talks

Pakistan's military leader seeks to organize a second round of talks in Islamabad. The US is preparing new sanctions and continues its blockade of Iranian ports.

Politics • April 16, 05:00 AM • 5103 views
The death toll has risen to seven after Russia's night attack on Odesa

Seven people were killed and eleven were injured in a massive Russian attack on Odesa. A residential building, infrastructure, and over 300 windows were damaged.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 04:48 AM • 4659 views
Iran offers to open part of the Strait of Hormuz for ships if a deal with the US is reached - Reuters

Tehran is ready to guarantee safe passage for ships through Omani waters after an agreement. 20% of global oil and gas supplies pass through this route.

News of the World • April 16, 04:45 AM • 6788 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated another 1,100 occupiers during the day, total losses exceeded 1.31 millionPhoto

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the destruction of 1,100 invaders and 43 artillery systems per day. The total losses of the enemy since the beginning of the war reached 1,315,070 people.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 04:35 AM • 3519 views
Public transport movement changed in Kyiv due to consequences of night attack

Due to infrastructure damage, the movement of trolleybuses No. 4, 5, 26, 35 and buses No. 32, 36TR has been changed. Transport runs on a detour due to road section closures.

Society • April 16, 04:30 AM • 4529 views
Sanctioned supertankers break through to Persian Gulf despite blockade

The vessels RHN and Alicia entered the region despite Washington's restrictions. The tankers are linked to the transportation of Iranian oil and are heading to their destination ports.

News of the World • April 16, 04:23 AM • 41894 views
Six people died and 11 were injured in Odesa after a night attack by the Russian Federation; there is destruction - MBAPhoto

As a result of missile and UAV strikes in Odesa, 6 people died and 11 were injured. Infrastructure, a residential building, and over 300 windows in buildings were damaged.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 04:15 AM • 3387 views
Alibaba unveils new AI model for creating games and videos

The new artificial intelligence model is capable of generating three-dimensional interactive videos. The tool is designed for creating games, films, and TV series.

News of the World • April 16, 04:07 AM • 15466 views
In Russia's Tuapse, an oil refinery is on fire after a night attack; there are fatalities

In Tuapse, an oil refinery belonging to Rosneft caught fire after a series of explosions. Two children died as a result of the attack, and classes in the city were canceled.

News of the World • April 16, 03:58 AM • 6383 views
Two dead and 27 wounded in Dnipro after a night attack by Russians on the cityPhoto

As a result of the enemy shelling of Dnipro, two people were killed and 27 were injured. Fourteen victims were hospitalized, five are in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 03:45 AM • 20112 views
In Kyiv, 5 people, including a child, were killed and 21 injured due to Russian shelling.Video

Two people were killed and 18 injured as a result of the shelling. In several districts of the capital, house damage and fires were recorded due to missile debris.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 03:37 AM • 45443 views
US probes suspicious oil trades ahead of Iran decisions

CFTC investigates $950 million in transactions over possible insider trading. Regulators are examining trades on CME and ICE exchanges before policy changes.

Economy • April 16, 03:15 AM • 6499 views
Christopher Nolan presented the film "Odyssey" at CinemaCon in Las Vegas

The director presented a clip of Homer's adaptation shot with new IMAX cameras. Anne Hathaway and Robert Pattinson starred in the film about returning home.

Culture • April 16, 02:56 AM • 20018 views
Ford's Head of EV Business Doug Field Leaves Company

Doug Field is leaving Ford after five years amid $19. 5 billion in losses. The company is merging divisions to accelerate new product launches.

News of the World • April 16, 02:35 AM • 5432 views
Oil prices stabilized near $90–95 amid US-Iran talks on extending the trucePhoto

WTI and Brent crude oil stabilized amid a possible extension of the truce. The market is reacting to the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and declining US inventories.

Economy • April 16, 02:14 AM • 5220 views
Gold prices rise amid signs of US-Iran diplomacy

The price of gold exceeded $4810 amid expectations of a truce between the countries. The parties reached a principal agreement on continuing the dialogue.

Economy • April 16, 01:55 AM • 5767 views
Germany to help Ukraine create ballistic missile defensePhoto

The parties agreed to create a cheap alternative to Patriot for intercepting Iskander-M missiles. The project involves joint research and data exchange.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 01:34 AM • 3349 views
Fire at Australian refinery cannot be extinguished, threatens gasoline production

A large-scale fire continues at the Geelong plant, engulfing two units. Gasoline production has been stopped, and the output of diesel and aviation fuel has been significantly limited.

News of the World • April 16, 01:15 AM • 4946 views
Infantino announced that Iran will participate in the World Cup despite the war

The FIFA president announced Iran's admission to the World Cup due to qualification. The team will play group stage matches in California and Seattle.

Sports • April 16, 12:57 AM • 4799 views
Russians hit Dnipro with ballistic missiles overnight, causing injuries and destructionVideo

Russians targeted residential areas of Dnipro, damaging an apartment building and a private house. Five people were injured, one woman is in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 12:41 AM • 3927 views
"Ukrainian Armored Vehicles" modernizes attack drones and introduces auto-guidancePhoto

The company is modernizing UB60D UAVs with warheads based on mines and an auto-guidance module. Production allows for up to 20,000 drones per month.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 12:38 AM • 3154 views
In Kyiv, a 12-year-old child died and 4 medics were injured as a result of a night missile attack.

During a night ballistic missile attack in the Podilskyi district of the capital, a child was killed. There are casualties, and emergency services are working at the sites of destruction.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 12:25 AM • 36482 views
Brazilian President Lula supported Pope Leo after Trump's criticism

The President of Brazil expressed solidarity with the pontiff over his calls for peace. Trump called the Pope weak after his words about the inadmissibility of strikes on Iran.

Politics • April 16, 12:16 AM • 4841 views
Russia attacks Kyiv and other cities with ballistic missiles

The occupiers struck Kyiv, Dnipro, and Kharkiv with missiles, causing fires in residential buildings. Hits and falling debris were recorded in the capital.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 12:01 AM • 4739 views
US expands sanctions against Iranian oil magnate's network to pressure Tehran

Washington imposed restrictions on companies and vessels for shadow oil exports. The sanctions target money laundering schemes through Venezuelan gold.

Economy • April 15, 11:57 PM • 4797 views
Apple and Google allow 'nudity' apps despite bans – Bloomberg

Apple and Google stores host services that undress people in photos without consent. The apps have generated over $122 million in revenue despite bans.

News of the World • April 15, 11:39 PM • 4642 views