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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
Record May heat in Europe leads to seven deaths

Temperature records of up to 36°C have been recorded in Europe, causing the deaths of seven people in France. Meanwhile, Australia has been hit by powerful storms and heavy rains.

News of the World • May 29, 11:38 PM • 4987 views
Former high-ranking CIA official accused of misappropriating 300 gold bars worth over $40 million

A former CIA official has been accused of misappropriating 300 gold bars worth 40 million dollars. He also lied for years about his education and military service.

News of the World • May 29, 11:16 PM • 5002 views
Migrant hunger strike at Newark ICE center continues as protests persist outside the facilityPhoto

Hunger strikers at Delaney Hall are demanding proper medical care and an end to intimidation. Rallies in support of the detainees are taking place outside the center's walls.

News of the World • May 29, 10:58 PM • 10304 views
Barcelona announced the signing of English winger Anthony Gordon

Barcelona has signed a contract with 24-year-old winger Anthony Gordon until 2031. The player will join the team after the conclusion of the World Cup.

Sports • May 29, 10:37 PM • 3894 views
New head of the Chaldean Catholic Church takes office in Baghdad

Patriarch Louis Raphael I Sako has officially headed the Chaldean Catholic Church in Baghdad. He replaced Emmanuel III Delly amidst a mass exodus of Christians from Iraq.

News of the World • May 29, 10:17 PM • 4569 views
HAMAS Accuses Netanyahu of Ethnic Cleansing Over Plan to Expand Control Over Gaza

Netanyahu has instructed the army to increase control over the Gaza Strip from 60% to 70%. HAMAS has called this ethnic cleansing and a violation of the ceasefire terms.

News of the World • May 29, 09:56 PM • 4725 views
Lula criticized the US for designating Brazilian groups as terrorist organizations

Lula criticized the US for designating the CV and PCC groups as terrorist organizations. The President called on Washington to respect Brazil's sovereignty.

News of the World • May 29, 09:37 PM • 4181 views
Court orders removal of Trump's name from Kennedy Center

A U. S. Federal Court has prohibited renaming the Kennedy Center after Trump and closing the institution. The inscription with the politician's surname must be removed within 14 days.

News of the World • May 29, 09:16 PM • 4036 views
Two people injured, houses damaged in Poltava region due to drone attack

In the Poltava district, two people were injured by UAV debris. Residential buildings, an outpatient clinic, cars, and power lines were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 09:08 PM • 15150 views
US threatened strikes on Iranian mine-laying vessels in the Strait of Hormuz

US Central Command has announced its readiness to strike Iranian vessels for mining the waters. The military has already attacked the first targets.

News of the World • May 29, 08:59 PM • 4536 views
In Laos, the first of five people trapped in a flooded cave has been rescued

Rescuers have brought the first of five men to the surface from a flooded cave in Laos. An international team of divers continues the evacuation of the remaining individuals.

News of the World • May 29, 08:38 PM • 11110 views
Putin's alliance threatens Armenia with suspension of membership over course toward European Union

EAEU countries demand Armenia hold a referendum to choose between the union and the EU. A report on the consequences of suspending Yerevan's membership will be prepared by December.

Politics • May 29, 08:21 PM • 5284 views
FIFA under investigation over inflated ticket prices for 2026 World Cup

U. S. prosecutors are investigating FIFA's use of dynamic pricing for the 2026 World Cup. Fans are complaining about sky-high prices and changes to their seat locations.

News of the World • May 29, 05:05 AM • 20502 views
Russia threatens Armenia with sanctions over rapprochement with the EU; the issue will be discussed at Putin's summit

At the EAEU summit, Putin will discuss sanctions against Armenia due to its course toward the EU. Moscow is already restricting the import of goods and threatening to revise gas prices.

Politics • May 29, 05:00 AM • 5284 views
Romanian MFA calls Russian drone strike on a house in Galați a serious escalation

The Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the impact of a Russian drone on a house in Galați a serious escalation. Two civilians were injured as a result of the attack.

News of the World • May 29, 04:52 AM • 3735 views
In Russia's Yaroslavl, an industrial zone with fuel facilities caught fire following a drone attack

On the night of May 29, drones attacked fuel facilities in Yaroslavl. The governor confirmed the strikes and fires at the enterprises, reporting no casualties.

News of the World • May 29, 04:44 AM • 3745 views
RF attacked a Turkish civilian vessel in the Black Sea, crew members wounded - Ukrainian NavyPhoto

A Russian drone attacked the civilian bulk carrier ANT under the flag of Vanuatu, which was heading to Turkey. Two wounded sailors have been evacuated to the hospital.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 04:41 AM • 4208 views
AFU eliminate nearly 1,000 occupiers, destroy 28 artillery systems and other Russian equipment in one dayPhoto

Over the past day, the AFU destroyed 960 occupiers, two tanks, and 28 artillery systems. Total enemy losses since the beginning of the invasion have reached 1,361,070 personnel.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 04:38 AM • 3552 views
AFU hit a radar station in Crimea, warehouses, and occupation control points in the Donetsk region - General Staff

The Defense Forces hit an ST-68 radar station in Feodosia and UAV control points in the Donetsk region. Ammunition depots and a Russian command post were also destroyed.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 04:27 AM • 75451 views
Blue Origin rocket explodes during testing ahead of Amazon satellite launchVideo

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during testing in Florida. The incident occurred ahead of the launch of Amazon satellites; no one was injured.

News of the World • May 29, 04:18 AM • 4113 views
Romania's Ministry of Defense confirmed that it was indeed a Russian drone that fell on a residential building

In Galați, a Russian drone struck a high-rise building, injuring two people. Due to the incident, Romania scrambled F-16 fighter jets.

News of the World • May 29, 04:12 AM • 73175 views
Two women injured, high-rise buildings damaged in Zaporizhzhia following overnight Russian attackPhoto

Two women were injured due to an overnight Russian attack in Zaporizhzhia. In the Oleksandrivskyi district, four high-rise buildings and non-residential premises were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 04:05 AM • 3599 views
WHO Director-General states that Ebola outbreak in Congo can be stopped

Over 900 cases of Ebola and 240 deaths have been recorded in Congo. The WHO considers the outbreak controllable and opposes restrictions on international travel.

Health • May 29, 03:38 AM • 4201 views
Key Asian Defense Conference Kicks Off in Singapore

The Shangri-La Dialogue on Asian security has commenced in Singapore. Vietnamese President To Lam and U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth are scheduled to address the forum.

News of the World • May 29, 03:17 AM • 3523 views
Gold prices rose to $4,495 per ounce following news of a possible extension of the truce between the U.S. and IranPhoto

The price of gold rose to $4,495 amid agreements between the U. S. and Iran on a truce. President Trump is expected to give final approval to the 60-day deal.

Economy • May 29, 02:58 AM • 4155 views
Bolivian government rejects possibility of president's resignation amid mass protests

Minister José Luis Lupo called the protesters' demands a coup attempt. Authorities are considering a state of emergency to restore the supply of goods.

News of the World • May 29, 02:39 AM • 3736 views
WHO identifies three drugs to combat Ebola outbreak in Africa

WHO has selected MBP134, maftivimab, and remdesivir to combat the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola. Obeldesivir is planned for use in disease prevention.

Health • May 29, 02:16 AM • 4556 views
Pope Leo XIV stated that the "just war" theory no longer corresponds to modern times

In a new encyclical, Pope Leo XIV called the doctrine of just war obsolete. The Pontiff calls for diplomacy and forgiveness to resolve conflicts.

Society • May 29, 01:56 AM • 6617 views
Defense Express suggests that German RCH 155 self-propelled guns may already be in use in Ukraine

GDLS has called the RCH 155 artillery module a combat-proven solution. This indicates the likely use of the 54 units ordered by Ukraine at the front.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 01:38 AM • 4154 views
Israel announces severance of contact with UN Secretary-General over sexual violence report

Israel is ceasing cooperation with the UN Secretary-General's office following a report on sexual violence. The country remains a member of the UN but is freezing personal contacts.

News of the World • May 29, 01:17 AM • 4490 views