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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
Russia’s losses in the war against Ukraine have exceeded its combined losses in all wars over the past 80 years – General StaffPhoto

The losses of Russian troops killed and wounded have exceeded 1. 5 million, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported. These are Russia’s largest losses since World War II.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 04:39 AM • 57909 views
Germany said that Ukrainian men of conscription age should return home

Germany's Foreign Minister said that Ukrainian men of conscription age should return home. Berlin may help Kyiv identify them.

Politics • September 9, 04:31 AM • 56922 views
The border crossing point with Moldova ceased operations following a Russian attack: there are fatalities and injured people

Russian drones struck the “Starokozache” border crossing point on the border with Moldova. There are civilian fatalities and injured people.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 04:22 AM • 40789 views
It became known how many troops and pieces of equipment Russia lost in a dayPhoto

Over the past day, Russian forces lost approximately 1,480 personnel, 1,879 drones, and 530 vehicles. The data is being уточнed.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 04:13 AM • 5748 views
After the Russian strike in Dnipro, 3 people, including a teenager, were rescued from the rubble of a buildingVideo

In Dnipro, rescuers pulled three people, including a 15-year-old boy, from the basement of a destroyed building. Two adults were hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 04:05 AM • 24287 views
Trump welcomed the rise in support for AfD in Germany – the party opposes aid to Ukraine

AfD received 44% in the elections in Saxony-Anhalt and nearly doubled its support. Trump called the party's result excellent.

Politics • September 9, 03:49 AM • 21612 views
The United States will ban imports from Canada of dairy products, most alcohol and motorcycles

Starting September 29, the United States will restrict imports from Canada of dairy products, most alcohol and motorcycles. The decision was made in response to Ottawa's retaliatory tariffs.

Economy • September 9, 03:33 AM • 12358 views
The tourism industry of occupied Crimea suffered losses of more than 4 billion rubles

Losses in Crimea's tourism industry increased by 95. 7% over six months. Tourists canceled about one million trips.

Economy • September 9, 03:16 AM • 5173 views
Three people died at the popular Burning Man festival this year

Three men aged between 51 and 60 died during this year's Burning Man. The causes of death are being established; there are no signs of violence.

News of the World • September 9, 02:55 AM • 4916 views
Brent crude rose and approached $100 after US strikes on Iranian tankers

Brent rose to $99. 39 after the US destroyed five Iranian tankers. The market fears disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Economy • September 9, 02:37 AM • 12031 views
The Russian Orthodox Church transported the relics of Dmitry Donskoy to the front in order to "help achieve victory over the enemy"

The Russian Orthodox Church sent a fragment of Dmitry Donskoy’s relics to the line of contact for the "spiritual strengthening" of Russian military personnel. Before that, the reliquary was taken to Savur-Mohyla.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 02:16 AM • 18701 views
Ukraine has developed a new RK-19 missile to shoot down Russian "Banderols"Photo

The RK-19 has a range of up to 10 km and a 14. 3 kg warhead. It was developed to intercept drones and Banderol-type cruise missiles.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 01:56 AM • 7297 views
A fuel oil terminal is burning in Novorossiysk after a nighttime attack – OSINT analysisPhoto

OSINT analysts located the fire following a nighttime attack on Novorossiysk’s fuel oil terminal. Local authorities reported that there were no casualties.

News of the World • September 9, 01:37 AM • 17638 views
The United States said it had destroyed five Iranian oil tankers

The United States said it had destroyed five Iranian tankers following missile attacks by the IRGC on an American vessel. Iran threatened retaliatory strikes.

News of the World • September 9, 01:18 AM • 12665 views
Pamela Anderson spoke about the diagnosis after which doctors gave her about 10 years to live

After diagnosing her with hepatitis C, doctors predicted that Anderson had about 10 years to live. She spent all her savings on treatment and is now free of the infection.

Culture • September 9, 01:05 AM • 52437 views
Sybiga called on the EU to strengthen Ukraine’s air defenses and impose sanctions on the production of Russian missiles

Sybiga discussed strengthening Ukraine’s air defenses and sanctions against the production of Russian ballistic missiles with Kallas. They also discussed the maritime corridor and food security.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 12:57 AM • 11387 views
A new 35-ton tracked Pegas IFV is being developed in Ukraine

The new Pegas IFV will feature STANAG Level 6 protection, a 30 mm cannon, and a range of 500 km. The project is still in the development stage.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 12:39 AM • 4650 views
China is preparing humanoid robots for combat operations – Reuters

The Chinese military is testing humanoid robots for urban assaults and joint operations. There is currently no evidence of their deployment in combat.

News of the World • September 9, 12:18 AM • 4978 views
A 4,600-year-old board game was found in Iran

In ancient Shahr-i Sokhta, archaeologists discovered a board game and a bone comb. The findings will help researchers study the everyday life and culture of the Bronze Age.

Culture • September 9, 12:07 AM • 16037 views
Production of Ukrainian "Bars" missile drones with a range of up to 1,000 km is being launched in Europe

European production of the "Bars" is expected to start soon, with the first units anticipated on October 10. The drone can fly up to 1,000 km.

News of the World • September 8, 11:55 PM • 12156 views
Israel will close the United Kingdom’s consulate in East Jerusalem over sanctions against settlements

Israel will close the British consulate in East Jerusalem over sanctions against goods from the settlements. London will also leave the mission concerning Gaza.

Politics • September 8, 11:37 PM • 4993 views
The world’s largest cruise ship has been launched in Finland

Hero of the Seas is more than 60% complete and is set to embark on its maiden cruise from Miami in August 2027. The vessel will feature a larger water park.

News of the World • September 8, 11:17 PM • 23863 views
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were surprised by King Charles III’s decision regarding their status

The Sussexes will remain non-working members of the royal family after returning to Britain. Their security will be determined by a separate committee.

Society • September 8, 11:05 PM • 52698 views
Netanyahu may have been warned about a large-scale Hamas attack 1.5 weeks before October 7 – media reports

Journalists claim that the UAE warned Netanyahu about a Hamas attack before October 7, 2023. His office denies this.

News of the World • September 8, 10:55 PM • 4384 views
Canada has imposed tariffs of up to 50% in response to Trump’s tariffs

Canada has imposed 15–50% tariffs on goods from the United States following the failure of negotiations. Ottawa seeks to reduce its dependence on Washington.

Economy • September 8, 10:37 PM • 4584 views
Kallas stated that the threat to the Baltic countries has "completely changed" following the revision of NATO plans

Kaja Kallas said that NATO had abandoned plans for the temporary loss of Baltic territory and strengthened the region's defense. She also warned about Russia's shadow war.

News of the World • September 8, 10:18 PM • 4522 views
Salma Hayek celebrated her 60th birthday with revealing photos from a swim in the oceanPhoto

Salma Hayek shared revealing photos from a swim in the ocean to mark her 60th birthday. The actress also spoke about aging and becoming a grandmother for the first time.

Culture • September 8, 10:06 PM • 46838 views
ChatGPT 6 claims to have solved one of the millennium’s major mathematical mysteries

OpenAI said that 10,000 AI agents created a proof of the Navier–Stokes problem in 88 hours. Mathematicians have not yet verified it.

News of the World • September 8, 09:56 PM • 4634 views
A large-scale fire broke out in Novorossiysk after a nighttime attack in the area of the port infrastructureVideo

An oil depot caught fire in Novorossiysk after a nighttime drone attack. Russian authorities reported two people injured and damage to buildings.

News of the World • September 8, 09:40 PM • 15026 views
Zelenskyy discussed strengthening Ukraine's air defense and preparations for winter with Norway's prime ministerVideo

Zelenskyy and Støre discussed interceptor missiles, the FREYJA program, and Ukraine's preparations for winter. The president thanked Norway for its support.

Politics • September 8, 09:27 PM • 13785 views