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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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Zelenskyy held an energy meeting with the regions and instructed to prepare the country for next winterPhoto

The President held a meeting on infrastructure restoration and the development of alternative generation. Work continues on 245 facilities despite delays in aid.

Society • April 2, 05:33 PM • 4501 views
Sybiha stated that Ukraine's combat experience could help restore navigation in the Strait of HormuzPhoto

The Foreign Minister stated Ukraine's readiness to help restore navigation in the region. The experience of countering terror in the Black Sea is useful for the Middle East.

Politics • April 2, 05:20 PM • 11346 views
In Tehran, the Pasteur Institute, a leading vaccine producer, was damaged after an airstrike

As a result of the attack on Tehran, a leading medical center for vaccine production suffered significant damage. The Iranian Foreign Ministry officially called this attack a war crime.

Health • April 2, 04:58 PM • 5226 views
Iran claims strike on Amazon data center in Bahrain

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced the destruction of an Amazon facility. Bahrain's Interior Ministry confirmed a fire at the infrastructure after Iranian aggression.

News of the World • April 2, 04:50 PM • 5074 views
Vučić initiates talks amid protests in Serbia, opposition refuses

The President of Serbia proposed dialogue and early elections after the tragedy in Novi Sad. Opposition forces refused to meet and promised protests.

News of the World • April 2, 04:43 PM • 4421 views
The Ministry of Defense reacted to the murder in Lviv and stated that an attack on military personnel is an act against Ukraine

The Ministry of Defense promises inevitable punishment for the murder of a TCC employee. The agency announced rapid changes in the mobilization system due to the tragedy.

Society • April 2, 04:33 PM • 3501 views
India to join international talks on opening the Strait of Hormuz

India is participating in a British initiative to restore shipping through the blocked strait. More than 40 states are involved in the negotiations, without US participation.

Politics • April 2, 04:23 PM • 4798 views
Russia prepares second oil tanker for Cuba despite US energy blockade

Russia is preparing a new fuel vessel for Cuba after the US allowed the first tanker to enter in March. Supplies continue despite sanctions and the fuel crisis.

News of the World • April 2, 04:13 PM • 4236 views
The General Staff reported 127 attacks since the beginning of the day, with the heaviest fighting on the Pokrovsk direction

The occupiers tried to break through the defense 36 times in the Pokrovsk direction. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are exhausting the enemy along the entire front line and in the rear in various areas.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 03:56 PM • 3272 views
The HACC approved the agreement in the OPZ case, involving former MP Hranovskyi; over UAH 77.5 million will be returned to the state

The defendants in the OPZ case pleaded guilty and will compensate UAH 77. 5 million in damages. An additional UAH 50 million will be transferred to the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine through UNITED24.

Crimes and emergencies • April 2, 03:50 PM • 2583 views
2,500-year-old stolen golden helmet found in the Netherlands

Police recovered the Cotofenești helmet and two bracelets stolen in January 2025. The artifacts were largely undamaged; a third golden bracelet is still being sought.

Society • April 2, 03:41 PM • 4478 views
Ministry of Finance refutes fakes about "new rules" of financial monitoring in the real estate market

Requirements for realtors have been in effect for a long time and apply only to suspicious transactions. In 2026, only the technical format of reporting will change through an online cabinet.

Economy • April 2, 03:34 PM • 2597 views
The State Customs Service confirmed that its employee is suspected of murdering a TCC employee in Lviv

The State Customs Service confirmed the detention of its employee on suspicion of murdering a serviceman. The agency is cooperating with the investigation to clarify the events.

Society • April 2, 03:24 PM • 3574 views
Commander of the Russian Northern Fleet's Air Corps may have died in An-26 plane crash in Crimea – Center for Countering Disinformation

Air Corps Commander Oleksandr Otroshchenko and six officers died in the An-26 plane crash. All passengers on board the Russian aircraft have officially died.

News of the World • April 2, 03:16 PM • 3334 views
At least 9 wounded in Druzhkivka after Russian airstrike – OVA

Russian troops attacked Druzhkivka with aerial bombs, damaging administrative buildings and a house. Nine people were injured, and emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 03:10 PM • 2791 views
Everest guides suspected of poisoning tourists for fake evacuations

A scheme has been uncovered in Nepal where substances were mixed into climbers' food to claim insurance payouts. Losses from 300 fraudulent flights reached $20 million.

News of the World • April 2, 03:04 PM • 3504 views
Over 40 countries held an emergency meeting due to the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz

The international meeting concerned the restoration of navigation and price stabilization. Iran was accused of attacking ships and blackmailing the global economy.

News of the World • April 2, 02:52 PM • 17424 views
Naftogaz reported 129 attacks on energy infrastructure during the heating season

Russia attacked gas pipelines, storage facilities, and heating systems for 151 days. Specialists have already begun preparations for the next winter period.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 02:33 PM • 3412 views
New railway safety rules to be introduced in Ukraine from May

From May 2026, the railway will switch to EU standards for the certification of equipment and infrastructure. All stages of repair and production will be controlled.

Society • April 2, 02:07 PM • 3609 views
In Ukraine, over 3,400 complaints regarding child rights violations were received in a year – Ombudsman

In 2025, the Ombudsman's Office processed 3426 appeals and returned 667 children. The total number of children returned from occupation and the Russian Federation reached 2063.

Society • April 2, 01:56 PM • 3121 views
ARMA prepares to sell Medvedchuk's yacht Royal Romance, case enters final stage

The agency is preparing an appraisal and public sale of the yacht arrested in Croatia. Funds from the sale of Viktor Medvedchuk's asset will be directed to the budget of Ukraine.

Society • April 2, 01:42 PM • 2423 views
Ukrainian detained in Krakow after threatening YouTubers at Easter market

A 31-year-old Ukrainian man was detained in Poland for threatening YouTubers and damaging a car. The man was fined 9,000 zlotys and may be deported from the country.

News of the World • April 2, 01:33 PM • 3209 views
Lviv TCC announced inevitable punishment after the murder of a serviceman

On Paton Street, an unknown assailant fatally wounded a TCC serviceman. Police are conducting a special operation; the attacker faces life imprisonment for murder.

Society • April 2, 01:23 PM • 3439 views
"Artemis II" entered orbit, next NASA prepares the crew for a maneuver around the MoonPhoto

Four astronauts are testing Orion's systems in Earth orbit before flying to the satellite. NASA is preparing a maneuver for the spacecraft to enter a trajectory to the Moon.

News of the World • April 2, 01:14 PM • 5743 views
Finnish intelligence service reports Russian fakes after drone incidents

The Supo intelligence service refuted Russian disinformation about Helsinki's involvement in drone attacks. The incidents are linked to GPS jamming by Russia.

News of the World • April 2, 01:06 PM • 3753 views
Two Ukrainians detained in Poland for illegally transporting 12 undocumented Russians

Border guards in Sanok discovered undocumented Russians on a bus driven by Ukrainians. All foreigners were expelled to Belarus, and the transporters were given suspended sentences.

News of the World • April 2, 12:55 PM • 11304 views
Russia will inevitably cut oil production due to attacks on export infrastructure – Reuters

Ukrainian attacks on ports and refineries have reduced Russia's export capacity by 20%. Due to overflowing storage facilities, the country is forced to shut down oil fields.

Economy • April 2, 12:49 PM • 3863 views
Four Orion UAVs, an An-72P, and a Mech radar station destroyed at an airfield in Crimea – "Madyar"Video

The Armed Forces of Ukraine and the HUR attacked the Kirovskoye airfield with middle strike FP-2 assets. Four Orion drones, an An-72P aircraft, and a Mech radar station were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 12:41 PM • 3201 views
Russian metallurgy lost markets, investments, and technologies – Foreign Intelligence Service

Russian metallurgy is experiencing a crisis due to the loss of sales markets and technological isolation. Production costs are rising, and the profitability of enterprises is rapidly falling.

News of the World • April 2, 12:33 PM • 3417 views
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry launched 'Hungarian radio' in response to Budapest's statements

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has created an online platform for systematically clarifying its position. The radio will operate 24/7.

Politics • April 2, 12:19 PM • 12440 views