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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
The Ukrainian "Coral" can shoot down ballistic missiles – Defense Express explained the interception principlePhoto

The updated “Coral” has retained its ability to counter ballistic targets. Defense Express believes that the missile will destroy them by detonating nearby.

War in Ukraine • September 10, 02:40 AM • 17245 views
Due to a shortage, Russia asked Vietnam to provide it with aircraft along with crews

The Russian Federation offered Vietnam a “wet” lease of aircraft due to a shortage in its aircraft fleet. In the 11 largest airlines, 130 out of 673 aircraft were not flying.

Economy • September 10, 02:18 AM • 15277 views
In Poland, a nearly 5,000-year-old grave containing 2 human heads and a necklace made of 42 teeth was found

The burial dates to around 2900 BC. Two heads and a necklace made of 42 drilled teeth were found next to the man.

Culture • September 10, 02:05 AM • 6374 views
Secret documents revealed that Spanish intelligence had warned in advance about a mass migrant influx into Ceuta

Declassified documents indicate that the CNI warned the authorities about a mass border assault one day before the events. More than 72,000 migrants headed for Ceuta.

Politics • September 10, 01:56 AM • 5080 views
In Britain, a man was charged with preparing sabotage on the orders of Russian intelligence

Thirty-one-year-old Joshua Kemmidge is accused of assisting Russian intelligence and preparing sabotage. He was detained in Swindon.

Crimes and emergencies • September 10, 01:35 AM • 5927 views
Moscow is unable to cope with Ukrainian drones, so reservists will be enlisted to combat them

Reservist units equipped with interceptor drones will be created in the Moscow Military District. Instructors are already undergoing retraining.

News of the World • September 10, 01:18 AM • 15586 views
The Tate brothers were kept in a US jail due to the risk of flight ahead of possible extradition to Britain

A US court kept Andrew and Tristan Tate in custody due to the risk of flight. Britain is seeking them on charges including rape.

Crimes and emergencies • September 10, 01:05 AM • 56300 views
A 119-year-old man from Costa Rica could become the oldest person in the worldPhoto

José Flores's age is confirmed by Costa Rican documents, but international verification is still underway. He cites family as one of the secrets to longevity.

Society • September 10, 12:54 AM • 13266 views
Trump promised a new, lower price for gasoline in the U.S., but only after the midterm elections

Trump said that gasoline in the U. S. could fall below $2 per gallon after the November midterm elections. It currently exceeds $4.22.

Economy • September 10, 12:39 AM • 5534 views
In Poland, they showed off their "Iron Dome on a shoestring" against Russian missiles and dronesPhoto

Poland is developing an air defense system with 32 missiles to intercept drones and cruise missiles at a range of up to 6 km. Testing is scheduled for 2027.

News of the World • September 10, 12:17 AM • 16340 views
Ricky Martin surprised everyone with a radical image change at the Venice Film FestivalPhoto

Ricky Martin made his debut at the Venice Film Festival in the film “Hombre al Aqua. ” The singer surprised the public with a short haircut and honey-blond hair.

Culture • September 10, 12:05 AM • 42951 views
Due to an accidental mistake by the military, Trump was stuck aboard Air Force One before takeoff

At Andrews Air Force Base, military personnel accidentally deployed Air Force One’s emergency slide. After a 20-minute delay, Trump departed for Dallas.

News of the World • September 9, 11:53 PM • 4799 views
In Khmelnytskyi, 4 rescuers were injured during a secondary detonation at the site of a Russian attackVideo

Debris from a downed aerial target caused a fire at a market in Khmelnytskyi. During the aftermath response, a secondary detonation injured four rescuers.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 11:31 PM • 15062 views
Russia attacked Kryvyi Rih with drones at 5 locations; there are injured people and significant destruction

Drone strikes were recorded at five locations in Kryvyi Rih. Two men were injured, one in serious condition, and buildings were damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 11:27 PM • 13395 views
Iran and the United States expanded their mutual strikes; Tehran attacked a U.S. base and announced a new restricted zone at sea

Iran said it had struck a U. S. base and attacked 10 vessels near the Strait of Hormuz. The United States reported the destruction of five Iranian tankers.

Politics • September 9, 11:18 PM • 13233 views
Musk’s ex-wife revealed the scandalous nickname he allegedly gave the mothers of his 14 children

Elon Musk’s ex-wife said that he called the mothers of his 14 children “breeders” and considered them interchangeable. Musk criticized the film.

Society • September 9, 11:06 PM • 42712 views
For the first time in 20 years, the IAEA has referred the issue of Iran's nuclear program to the UN Security Council

The IAEA accused Iran of refusing to explain traces of uranium and referred the issue to the UN Security Council. Tehran could face sanctions.

Politics • September 9, 10:56 PM • 4037 views
For the first time in several months, Brent has once again surpassed the psychological threshold of $100 per barrel

Brent rose to $101. 21 following attacks by Iran and the US. The market fears prolonged disruptions to oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.

Economy • September 9, 10:40 PM • 12104 views
The EU wants to introduce new taxes so that countries pay less into the bloc’s budget

António Costa called for the creation of new EU taxes to finance defence and competitiveness. Germany is demanding a reduction in the bloc’s budget.

Economy • September 9, 10:18 PM • 3878 views
Have Prince Harry and King Charles III reconciled after his return to the United Kingdom?

After returning to Britain, Harry spoke with his father by phone. At the same time, their royal titles remain inactive.

Culture • September 9, 10:05 PM • 40682 views
Putin once again failed to reach an agreement with Xi Jinping on a new gas pipeline to China because of the price

Russia-China negotiations on the gas pipeline have stalled due to differences over the price. Moscow wants $250–260, while Beijing wants around $50 per 1,000 cubic meters.

Economy • September 9, 09:55 PM • 4967 views
Moscow is ready to continue killing civilians; every attack must be met with measures to weaken Russia — Sybiha on the strike on Sumy

Russia struck a shopping center in Sumy: at least two people were killed and 20 injured. Sybiha called for strengthening air defense and sanctions.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 09:36 PM • 13343 views
The White House denied reports of a possible replacement of Witkoff and Kushner in the talks on Ukraine

Washington called the Financial Times report fake. Trump continues to trust Witkoff and Kushner to conduct negotiations on Ukraine.

Politics • September 9, 09:14 PM • 12459 views
"Barcelona" thrashed "Feyenoord", PSG scored 6 goals: Champions League matchday results

PSG beat Slovan 6–1, while "Barcelona" defeated "Feyenoord" 5–1. "Liverpool", "Arsenal", "Stuttgart" and "Sporting" also secured victories.

Sports • September 9, 09:04 PM • 11627 views
Nastya Kamenskikh was added to the "Myrotvorets" database after statements about the Ukrainian language and a "cyst"

Nastya Kamenskikh was added to the «Myrotvorets» database after an interview about the Ukrainian language, a cyst on her vocal cords, and "clean politics. "

Society • September 9, 08:58 PM • 39746 views
Zelenskyy discussed protecting the energy sector and strengthening Ukraine's air defenses with Iceland's foreign ministerVideo

Zelenskyy met with Iceland's foreign minister on his way to Canada. The parties discussed preparations for winter, energy, air defense, and defense technologies.

Politics • September 9, 08:47 PM • 4453 views
Russia attacked 3 districts of Kharkiv in the evening; there are casualties and a strike on a high-rise building

Russian drones attacked three districts of Kharkiv in the evening. Two people were injured, and a multi-apartment building was hit.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 08:34 PM • 12368 views
Witkoff and Kushner may be replaced by the CIA director in the Russia-Ukraine negotiations

The United States is considering a more active role for CIA Director John Ratcliffe in the negotiations on Ukraine. Trump has not made a final decision.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 08:21 PM • 15541 views
The IMF is considering reforming pandemic response financing following the Ebola outbreak in the Congo

The IMF is discussing financing pandemic preparedness in the Congo following the Ebola outbreak. A total of 6,686 cases have been confirmed, and 3,226 people have died.

Economy • September 9, 04:58 AM • 13176 views
"ATESH" conducted reconnaissance of one of Russia's key oil refineries; the data was passed on to the Defense ForcesVideo

ATESH partisans conducted reconnaissance of the Mari oil refinery in Russia. Data on the facility's production and security was passed on to the Defense Forces of Ukraine.

News of the World • September 9, 04:47 AM • 18767 views