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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
US strikes Iranian missile facilities – deep penetration munitions used

American forces destroyed fortified Iranian missile positions near the Strait of Hormuz. The strike used powerful 5,000-pound aerial munitions.

News of the World • March 18, 04:22 AM • 6484 views
Oil prices rise – death of Iranian official Larijani escalates marketPhoto

Global oil prices surged amid escalation in the Middle East and the threat of a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude exceeded $103.

Economy • March 18, 04:00 AM • 16129 views
Gold holds near $5,000 – markets await signals from the FedPhoto

The price of gold stabilized at $5,001 in anticipation of the Fed's decision. Geopolitical tensions and oil prices support demand for the metal.

Economy • March 18, 03:13 AM • 11445 views
US aircraft carrier Gerald R Ford to enter port after fire on boardPhoto

Due to a fire in the laundry room, 200 sailors were injured, and the ship is heading to Crete for inspection. Despite damage to sleeping quarters, the aircraft carrier remains combat-ready.

News of the World • March 18, 02:53 AM • 6811 views
BMW turned an April Fool's joke into reality – the M3 Touring will hit the Nürburgring trackPhoto

The M3 Touring concept will become a GT3 class racing car with up to 590 hp. The model received extended fenders and aerodynamics to compete with Porsche and AMG.

Auto • March 18, 02:33 AM • 5457 views
Belgium plans to strengthen its artillery – HIMARS' successes in Ukraine became the benchmark

Belgium will form a unit with MLRS, drones, and self-propelled artillery based on the experience of the war in Ukraine. The country has already ordered 28 CAESAR systems and is choosing new systems.

News of the World • March 18, 02:12 AM • 9029 views
Ecuadorian President denies strikes on Colombia amid sharp escalation between countries

Daniel Noboa rejected Gustavo Petro's statements about airstrikes on the border. The conflict escalated due to trade tariffs and the fight against narcoterrorism.

News of the World • March 18, 01:52 AM • 6677 views
Trump pressures media over war coverage and threatens sanctions for "incorrect" news

The Trump administration demands patriotic coverage of the Middle East war. Broadcasters are threatened with license revocation for spreading false information.

Politics • March 18, 01:30 AM • 19167 views
Vatican court overturns Cardinal Becciu's conviction and orders a new trial in high-profile case

The Vatican Court of Appeal overturned Cardinal Becciu's conviction due to procedural violations. A new trial in the financial fraud case will begin on June 22.

News of the World • March 18, 01:11 AM • 6606 views
US prepares to ease sanctions on Venezuela due to oil crisis

Washington will allow foreign companies to operate in Venezuela due to oil shortages and the war. Experts predict only a gradual increase in production.

Economy • March 18, 12:50 AM • 9403 views
UN investigation indicates peacekeepers' base in Lebanon may have come under Israeli tank fire

The investigation points to targeted fire from an Israeli tank at the Al-Qawzah base. As a result of the attack, three peacekeepers from Ghana were injured.

News of the World • March 18, 12:29 AM • 6824 views
Germany plans to create a strategic gas reserve before winter

The German government plans to create a gas reserve before winter, as storage facilities are only 22% full. The mechanism will protect the system from external shocks and crises.

Economy • March 18, 12:09 AM • 9585 views
New information operation against Ukraine: the Kremlin claims many Russian politicians have Ukrainian roots - Foreign Intelligence Service

The Foreign Intelligence Service exposed Russia's manipulation aimed at transforming the war into an internal conflict. Russian officials are massively declaring their origins to avoid trial.

News of the World • March 17, 11:50 PM • 14738 views
Financial pyramid scheme of over UAH 20 million uncovered in Kyiv

The perpetrators defrauded investors through a fictitious investment platform on social media. The organizer of the scheme has been заочно charged with fraud.

Crimes and emergencies • March 17, 11:27 PM • 15147 views
Zelenskyy proposed a new air defense model to Britain, taking into account war experienceVideo

The President proposed stationing Ukrainian interception groups and radars at British bases. Ukraine is ready to defend Europe from Iranian drone attacks.

News of the World • March 17, 11:09 PM • 6915 views
Russian oil could partially save Cuba from fuel crisisPhoto

The vessel is transporting 700,000 barrels of oil to the island after a three-month hiatus. The delivery will only partially alleviate the shortage due to the lengthy refining time.

Economy • March 17, 10:47 PM • 10469 views
Europe can offer Trump a deal - support for the Iranian direction in exchange for aid to Ukraine

Finnish President Stubb supported the idea of US assistance in the Strait of Hormuz for the sake of Ukraine. This should ensure support for Kyiv and stable oil prices.

Politics • March 17, 09:56 PM • 18658 views
Iran confirms death of Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani

Iran's Supreme National Security Council confirmed the death of Ali Larijani without specifying the cause. Earlier, Israel had claimed to have eliminated this influential official.

News of the World • March 17, 09:11 PM • 5787 views
IMF concerned about Ukraine's financing due to parliamentary delays

The IMF is concerned about the deputies' delays in raising taxes for businesses and the population. This jeopardizes the receipt of tranches totaling $8.1 billion.

Economy • March 17, 06:01 AM • 28388 views
Russia claims to have "shot down" over 200 Ukrainian drones overnight

The Russian Ministry of Defense claims to have intercepted drones over 11 regions and Crimea. The most attacks were recorded in the Bryansk region and near Moscow.

News of the World • March 17, 05:55 AM • 4943 views
Russia's losses exceeded 1.28 million and thousands of pieces of equipment - 930 occupiers eliminated in a day - General StaffPhoto

The General Staff updated data on 930 occupiers eliminated in a day. More than 11,000 tanks and almost two thousand operational-level drones were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 05:47 AM • 4435 views
Florida man to be executed for kidnapping and murder of young mother

The 54-year-old convict will be executed by injection for the kidnapping and murder of a woman in 2008. Courts have rejected all appeals to overturn the death sentence.

News of the World • March 17, 05:35 AM • 8718 views
Afghanistan reports 400 dead after Pakistan's strike on hospital

At least 400 people were killed in an airstrike on a drug rehabilitation clinic in Kabul. Pakistan denies attacking civilians and reports the destruction of warehouses.

News of the World • March 17, 05:20 AM • 6248 views
US Embassy in Baghdad attacked with rockets and drones

The diplomatic mission was attacked with rockets and five UAVs. Air defense shot down some of the targets, but one drone hit the territory, causing a fire and smoke.

News of the World • March 17, 04:45 AM • 12101 views
UAE closes airspace due to escalating situation in the Middle East

The United Arab Emirates has suspended air traffic after a drone attack on Dubai Airport. The measure was implemented to protect crews and the country's territory.

News of the World • March 17, 04:29 AM • 8100 views
Damaged Russian fuel tanker drifts off Italy, vessel called a "ticking time bomb"

The damaged vessel Arctic Metagaz, carrying 60,000 tons of gas, threatens an environmental catastrophe. The crew was evacuated after a drone attack in international waters.

News of the World • March 17, 04:13 AM • 6513 views
US urges allies to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guard and Hezbollah as terrorist organizations

The US State Department has sent a dispatch demanding that Iranian entities be added to terrorist lists by March 20. This is intended to limit the financing of attacks against citizens.

Politics • March 17, 03:55 AM • 15173 views
Moscow was attacked by drones overnight, authorities reported air defense operations

The mayor of Moscow announced that several drones were destroyed by air defense forces during the night attack. There is currently no information about possible damage or casualties.

News of the World • March 17, 03:34 AM • 5957 views
Gold stabilized amid falling dollar and oil crisis, silver rose slightlyPhoto

Gold holds near $5,000 amid a weakening dollar and the Middle East war. Silver rose to $80.9 due to inflation risks.

Economy • March 17, 03:16 AM • 6029 views
The number of US military personnel wounded in the war with Iran has risen to approximately 200

The US Central Command confirmed that approximately 200 servicemen were wounded and 13 people were killed. 10 Reaper drones were destroyed, and 7,000 targets in Iran were hit.

News of the World • March 17, 02:57 AM • 6687 views