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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
One dead and several injured in Sevastopol after drone attack

As a result of falling debris from 27 downed drones, one man was killed and two people were injured. Private homes and cars were damaged, and fires broke out.

War in Ukraine • March 19, 04:15 AM • 5763 views
Ozempic may reduce risks of mental health deterioration – study

A study in The Lancet Psychiatry showed a positive effect of semaglutide on mental health. Risks of addictions and anxiety disorders almost halved.

Health • March 19, 03:59 AM • 6156 views
Oil giants invested $163 million in a new US project in Alaska

Companies bid for 1. 3 million acres of land during a record US auction. This is the first such sale of licenses in Alaska since 2019.

Economy • March 19, 03:42 AM • 6822 views
Former head of US counterterrorism center criticized the elimination of Iran's leader

Joe Kent told Tucker Carlson that the elimination of Khamenei worsened the situation. In his opinion, the deceased leader restrained the development of the country's nuclear program.

Politics • March 19, 03:19 AM • 10587 views
Russian Krasnodar is again under a massive drone attack; residents report explosions

In Krasnodar, drones damaged high-rise buildings and cars during a night attack. Residents hid in corridors; emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • March 19, 03:00 AM • 7265 views
Brazil sent food and medicine to Cuba amid deepening crisis

Brazil has sent shipments of food and medicine to Cuba to support the population. The country is suffering from fuel shortages and regular power outages.

News of the World • March 19, 02:38 AM • 6578 views
Cyberattack on Stryker causes hospital operation delays

A global IT infrastructure outage at Stryker has blocked the operation of medical robots. Due to the attack on the supplier, hospitals are forced to postpone operations.

News of the World • March 19, 02:19 AM • 7025 views
Gold stabilizes after falling amid Fed signals on inflation

The price of gold leveled off after six days of decline amid Fed statements on inflation risks. Investors are awaiting a rate decision due to the war in Gaza.

Economy • March 19, 01:55 AM • 6554 views
In Norway, soldiers hide from drones in the snow, but the method has serious drawbacks

The Norwegian Army uses quinzhee snow caves to camouflage scouts. The entrances to the shelters reveal their positions and make them vulnerable to FPV drones.

News of the World • March 19, 01:34 AM • 6127 views
Poland sharply increases TNT production for NATO needsPhoto

The Nitro-Chem plant will double its explosive production capacity due to the ammunition shortage in Europe. This will allow it to meet the Alliance's shell requirements.

News of the World • March 19, 01:15 AM • 6750 views
Court allows lawsuit against McDonald's over racial discrimination of top female executives

Two former McDonald's executives accuse the company of insults and a toxic environment. The court found the evidence sufficient to proceed with the case.

News of the World • March 19, 12:58 AM • 7073 views
Israel doubles troop deployment in fight against Hezbollah in Lebanon

The Israeli army has doubled the number of troops on the Lebanese border. Soldiers are searching homes in southern Lebanon for enemy weapons.

News of the World • March 19, 12:36 AM • 7009 views
US used new bunker-buster bomb for the first time to strike IranPhoto

American forces destroyed Iranian missile facilities near the Strait of Hormuz with 2. 3-ton munitions. The new weapon hit deeply fortified underground targets.

News of the World • March 19, 12:19 AM • 19658 views
Experts have discovered new spyware for iPhones that can affect millions of devices

Cybercriminals are stealing data and crypto wallets through Apple vulnerabilities. Experts urge immediate system updates to protect against attacks.

News of the World • March 19, 12:00 AM • 17091 views
Five EU countries are urgently seeking a solution for a tanker drifting in the Mediterranean Sea

Italy, Spain, Greece, Cyprus, and Malta are urging the EC to intervene due to the risk of an oil spill. A damaged vessel from Russia's shadow fleet has lost control.

News of the World • March 18, 11:40 PM • 35357 views
Residential buildings damaged, casualties reported in Odesa attack

In Odesa, multi-story buildings and the private sector were damaged due to enemy shelling. Three people were injured, two of whom had to be hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • March 18, 11:24 PM • 6033 views
Greece evacuated citizens along with their pets from the war zone in the Middle EastPhoto

A special flight from Abu Dhabi brought 101 people and 45 cats and dogs to Athens. Citizens refused to leave without their pets due to flight cancellations.

News of the World • March 18, 11:22 PM • 19184 views
US Nears Deployment of First Hypersonic Missile

The U. S. Army is in the final stages of implementing a hypersonic system. The new weapon is capable of maneuvering at speeds exceeding Mach five.

News of the World • March 18, 11:11 PM • 11261 views
Costa Rica closed its embassy in Cuba – the reason is the economic crisis

The Costa Rican authorities are liquidating the diplomatic mission due to a shortage of goods and restrictions on freedom of speech in Cuba. The decision indicates a serious cooling of relations between the countries.

News of the World • March 18, 10:47 PM • 8907 views
US eases sanctions on Venezuela in bid to boost oil production

The US Treasury Department has authorized transactions with Venezuela's PDVSA to stabilize global prices. The decision aims to increase fuel supply.

Economy • March 18, 10:30 PM • 6291 views
Oil prices surge as Iran threatens strikes on Persian Gulf energy facilities

Brent crude reached $107 after Iran threatened to attack facilities in the Persian Gulf. A blockade of the Strait of Hormuz threatens 20 percent of global supplies.

Economy • March 18, 10:12 PM • 6735 views
Israel attacked Iranian targets in the Caspian Sea for the first time – CNN

The Israel Defense Forces for the first time struck targets in northern Iran in the Caspian Sea. The operation indicates a significant expansion of the geography of attacks.

News of the World • March 18, 09:54 PM • 6151 views
Qatar expels Iranian diplomats – reaction to attack on energy hub

Qatari authorities declared Iranian attachés personae non gratae, demanding they leave the country within 24 hours. This is in response to the attack on the Ras Laffan industrial hub.

News of the World • March 18, 09:41 PM • 6218 views
Drone attacked SBU office in Lviv – destruction recorded

An enemy drone hit the Main Directorate of the SBU in Lviv Oblast. There are no casualties, emergency services are working on site, and debris is being collected.

War in Ukraine • March 18, 09:11 PM • 6185 views
War in the Middle East forces Africa to seek new fuel – supplies under threat

The war in Iran has blocked the supply of 600,000 barrels of oil daily. African countries are depleting reserves and trying to find alternative fuel sources.

News of the World • March 18, 06:02 AM • 5060 views
Iran retaliates for Larijani, attacking Tel Aviv with cluster missiles – people killed

Iran used Khorramshahr-4 and Kedar missiles, resulting in two deaths. Tehran rejected a ceasefire and continues to escalate the conflict.

News of the World • March 18, 05:44 AM • 6969 views
General Staff reports elimination of 1,710 Russian servicemen within a dayPhoto

Over the past day, the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated 1,710 occupiers and 1,189 drones. The total enemy losses reached 1,282,570 personnel, with 3 tanks and 29 artillery systems also destroyed.

War in Ukraine • March 18, 05:35 AM • 4510 views
Drones attacked Krasnodar at night – one person killed and fires reported

Drones damaged a high-rise building, a medical center, and power grids in Krasnodar. One man was killed, and authorities recommend children not go to school today.

News of the World • March 18, 05:18 AM • 5346 views
Philippines seeks guarantees for fertilizer supply – negotiating with China and Russia

Philippine authorities are negotiating with major fertilizer exporters due to a 40% price increase. A potential shortage threatens rice harvests and banana exports.

Economy • March 18, 04:59 AM • 6600 views
ATESH disabled a locomotive near Simferopol – disrupting supplies to Russian troopsVideo

ATESH agents disabled a locomotive at a junction near Simferopol. The sabotage blocked the supply of ammunition and resources to the Zaporizhzhia direction.

War in Ukraine • March 18, 04:41 AM • 5355 views