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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
Rescue services are extinguishing a large-scale fire on a barge carrying scrap metal in Delaware BayPhoto

An unmanned barge carrying metal is on fire in Delaware Bay while being towed. Rescuers have deployed boats and aircraft, and environmental services are monitoring the water quality.

News of the World • March 11, 12:56 AM • 5310 views
Lithuania has defined Ukraine's and Moldova's accession to the European Union by 2030 as a "strategic goal"

President Nausėda considers Ukraine's and Moldova's EU membership within four years to be realistic. Sandu called the de-occupation of Transnistria a condition for accession.

News of the World • March 11, 12:15 AM • 13098 views
Boeing to supply Israel with five thousand "smart" bombs under a new $298 million contract

Boeing has signed a contract to supply Israel with guided aerial bombs. The US State Department also approved an urgent sale of 12,000 bomb casings, bypassing Congress.

News of the World • March 10, 11:57 PM • 5656 views
The Trump administration spent over $5 billion in the first two days of strikes on Iran

The White House spent $5. 6 billion on ammunition during the operation against Iran. Democrats are demanding accountability due to the rapid depletion of army stockpiles.

Economy • March 10, 11:40 PM • 6321 views
Ukrainian company "Aerobavovna" revives the use of aerostats for modern warfare

Ukrainian aerostats provide drone operations and radio reconnaissance for several days. The company is preparing its first export sale of systems to EU countries.

War in Ukraine • March 10, 11:16 PM • 36561 views
Elina Svitolina advanced to the 1/8 finals of the prestigious WTA 1000 tournament in Indian WellsVideo

Elina Svitolina defeated Ashlyn Krueger 6:4, 6:2 at the Indian Wells tournament. The Ukrainian's next opponent will be Czech Katerina Siniakova.

Sports • March 10, 10:58 PM • 5785 views
The US will build a large-scale oil refinery in Texas for the first time in half a century

A large-scale oil refinery will be built in Texas in cooperation with the Indian company Reliance. The project will create thousands of jobs and strengthen the energy sector.

Economy • March 10, 10:34 PM • 25894 views
Tehran accused Israel of killing four diplomats in a strike on Beirut

Tehran reported a terrorist attack on the Ramada hotel in Lebanon. Israel claims that those killed are agents of the elite Quds Force of Iran's IRGC.

News of the World • March 10, 10:16 PM • 5453 views
Global oil prices fell by 11% after Trump's predictions of de-escalation with Iran

Brent crude fell to $87. 80 a barrel amid de-escalation forecasts. The US Navy began escorting tankers to stabilize global supplies.

Economy • March 10, 09:59 PM • 20586 views
UN recognizes Russia's deportation of Ukrainian children as a crime against humanity

The UN commission documented the mass removal of children to the Russian Federation with Putin's involvement. Of the 20,000 deported minors, only about 2,000 have been returned home.

Society • March 10, 09:49 PM • 11017 views
Navrotskyi submitted an alternative defense funding plan to parliament instead of EU loans

The President of Poland initiated the SAFE 0% plan to modernize the army using NBP profits. Donald Tusk criticizes the idea due to a lack of real guarantees.

News of the World • March 10, 09:28 PM • 5389 views
Internet massively shut down in St. Petersburg and Moscow due to UAV threat

In Russia, mobile internet and communication are being blocked in 63 regions due to drone attacks. Only state-controlled resources remain accessible.

News of the World • March 9, 03:55 PM • 5105 views
Traders predict euro to fall to parity with dollarPhoto

The euro exchange rate fell to a four-month low due to rising oil prices. Investors expect stagflation in the eurozone and are massively buying up the US dollar.

Economy • March 9, 03:43 PM • 4210 views
Dollar on interbank market set a historical record, reaching the 44 hryvnia markPhoto

For the first time in Ukraine's history, the dollar exchange rate reached the 44 hryvnia mark on the interbank market. The European currency also shows growth to 50.92 hryvnias.

Economy • March 9, 03:11 PM • 3329 views
Macron initiates creation of military escort for ships in the Strait of Hormuz

France is preparing a defensive operation to escort tankers due to threats from Iran. Macron supported Cyprus after the attacks and deployed air defense systems there.

News of the World • March 9, 03:00 PM • 3910 views
Dry and sunny weather is expected in Ukraine on March 10 due to the influence of an anticyclone - forecaster

On March 10, sunny weather without precipitation is expected in Ukraine, with temperatures up to +17 degrees. In Kyiv, the air will warm up to +14 with a moderate wind.

Weather and environment • March 9, 02:46 PM • 2546 views
Ministry of Economy refutes fake news about reduction of maternity leave in Ukraine

The draft Labor Code retains 126 days of leave and childcare until the age of 3. Additionally, 4 months of parental leave until the age of 8 are introduced.

Society • March 9, 02:26 PM • 3857 views
Abramovich's lawyers refused to transfer $3.3 billion from the sale of Chelsea to Ukraine and claim the money belongs to the oligarch

The oligarch's lawyers claim rights to the funds and threaten legal action. The British government demands the money be transferred to Ukraine by March 17 under threat of confiscation.

News of the World • March 9, 02:14 PM • 4041 views
Von der Leyen questioned the effectiveness of the unanimity principle and consensus voting in the EU

The President of the European Commission called for a change in the decision-making system due to the blocking of aid to Ukraine. She considers the post-war EU rules ineffective today.

Politics • March 9, 01:59 PM • 4923 views
The Ministry of Internal Affairs launched the online service "Identification by Tattoo" to identify missing personsPhoto

A catalog of tattoo sketches from unidentified bodies has appeared on the Single Window for Citizens portal. The filter system helps identify relatives by description.

Society • March 9, 01:46 PM • 3164 views
In Prykarpattia, a conscript attacked a TCC notification group with a knife, injuring soldiers

In the Kalush district, a man stabbed two soldiers during a document check. The victims were hospitalized, and the attacker faces up to 12 years in prison.

Society • March 9, 01:14 PM • 3484 views
Orban called on the EU to suspend energy sanctions against Russia due to the oil crisisVideo

The Hungarian Prime Minister appealed to the EU to suspend sanctions against Russian energy. Orban accuses Ukraine of blocking oil supplies.

Economy • March 9, 12:49 PM • 5386 views
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry accused Hungary of state banditry and gross violation of the rights of detained Ukrainian cash collectors

Hungarian security forces, using an armored personnel carrier, detained Ukrainian cash collectors and seized bank property. The victims were held in handcuffs and tortured.

Society • March 9, 12:34 PM • 59660 views
Iran continues oil exports from Kharg Island terminal despite airstrikesPhoto

Satellites recorded tankers being loaded at the key terminal after the attacks. Tehran is using covert routes to maintain supply rates.

Economy • March 9, 12:18 PM • 6122 views
Hungarian government recorded a record budget deficit due to Orbán's pre-election spending

Hungary's budget deficit reached $6. 4 billion due to pre-election social payments. Fitch Ratings changed the country's rating outlook to negative.

News of the World • March 9, 12:07 PM • 18443 views
The mayor of Crans-Montana has become an official suspect in the case of a fatal fire in a ski bar

Mayor Nicolas Féraud is suspected of negligence due to the lack of safety inspections at the bar. The tragedy during the fire on January 1 was one of the largest in the country.

News of the World • March 9, 11:07 AM • 4583 views
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine expanded its database of foreign components in Russian and Iranian drones

Intelligence identified 19 new companies and dozens of foreign components in enemy UAVs. The data has been handed over to partners to strengthen sanctions pressure.

War in Ukraine • March 9, 10:54 AM • 3514 views
Putin congratulated Mojtaba Khamenei on his election as Supreme Leader of Iran

The Russian dictator sent a congratulatory message to the new leader of Iran and called for strengthening the partnership. Putin emphasized the importance of uniting the people.

News of the World • March 9, 10:37 AM • 4649 views
Oschadbank temporarily suspended electronic services due to cyberattack

The state bank suspended the operation of digital services on March 9 due to suspicious activity. Specialists are checking the systems to protect customer data.

Society • March 9, 10:29 AM • 3718 views
Putin signed a law on immunity for foreign mercenaries in the ranks of the Russian armed forces - CPD

The new law prohibits the extradition of foreign military personnel of the Russian Federation to other states. Criminals wanted internationally will receive immunity for participating in the war against Ukraine.

News of the World • March 9, 10:13 AM • 4512 views