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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
Ukraine has taken a key position in the structure of US and German defense exports

According to SIPRI, Ukraine ranked second among recipients of US weapons. Germany directs 24% of its defense exports to help Ukrainians.

Economy • March 9, 10:05 AM • 4788 views
The death toll from the massive floods in Kenya has risen to 42, and rescue operations are ongoing

Heavy rains in Nairobi and other regions have killed 42 people. Rescuers found 172 vehicles, and the president ordered aid from reserves.

News of the World • March 9, 09:50 AM • 4338 views
Israeli aviation struck the Russian cultural center in the Lebanese city of NabatiehVideo

The airstrike on the city of Nabatieh almost completely destroyed the building of the Russian center. Israel also attacked Hezbollah infrastructure and a hotel in Beirut.

News of the World • March 9, 09:42 AM • 4906 views
SBU eliminated a large-scale scheme for manufacturing fake law enforcement IDs for draft dodgersPhoto

A former serviceman and 18 accomplices produced forged documents for $3,000-5,000. During searches, fakes and combat weapons were seized.

Crimes and emergencies • March 9, 09:30 AM • 3281 views
Explosion near synagogue in Liège, Belgium

An explosion occurred near a synagogue in Liège, damaging buildings. Police are investigating the incident as a criminal act, with anti-terrorist units working at the scene.

News of the World • March 9, 09:19 AM • 4419 views
Global gas and coal prices are soaring after oil amid an energy crisis due to the war in IranPhoto

European gas prices rose by 30%, and coal reached its highest level since November 2024. The blockade of supplies from Iran and Qatar threatens a global shortage.

Economy • March 9, 09:09 AM • 6012 views
Analysts predict a possible rise in oil prices to $215 per barrelPhoto

Oil prices reached $100 due to blocked routes in the Middle East. Experts expect the price per barrel to rise to $215 in case of raw material shortages.

Economy • March 9, 08:47 AM • 5604 views
Occupiers opened the first "Yunarmia class" for fifth-graders in a Mariupol schoolVideo

At school No. 41, the occupiers involved 17 children in the Yunarmia military movement. Students will be taught drill training and weapons for service in the Russian army.

Society • March 9, 08:40 AM • 3919 views
Rescuers have completed clearing the rubble of a five-story building in Kharkiv destroyed by a Russian missilePhoto

Rescuers have completed clearing the rubble of the building in Kharkiv where 10 people died. Among the victims are two children; the fate of four more residents remains unknown.

Society • March 9, 08:30 AM • 4453 views
Russian arms exports plummeted by 64% and lost ground to Germany and China

Russia's share of the global arms market has shrunk to 6. 8 percent due to isolation. Germany has surpassed China and Russia in terms of international deliveries.

News of the World • March 9, 08:14 AM • 4564 views
Bugatti Bolide hypercar conquered the Formula 1 track in Miami as part of an exclusive program for ownersPhoto

Bugatti Bolide owners tested hypercars at the Miami circuit under the supervision of engineers. The program included five sessions and analysis of car telemetry.

Auto • March 9, 07:53 AM • 3015 views
Ukrainian defenders completely defeated the occupiers' armored group in the Huliaipole directionVideo

Defense forces destroyed an enemy tank, armored combat vehicle, and quad bikes on the route to Malynivka. All enemy paratroopers were eliminated by pinpoint drone strikes.

War in Ukraine • March 9, 07:34 AM • 5345 views
Iranian leadership officially united around new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei

The military leadership and the IRGC supported Mojtaba Khamenei as the new leader. Tehran rejected US interference after Trump's statements about the illegitimacy of the government.

News of the World • March 9, 07:27 AM • 5168 views
Ukraine's Defense Forces repelled 130 enemy attacks over the past day

The General Staff reported 130 combat engagements and nine thousand enemy kamikaze drones. The most difficult situation remains in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions.

War in Ukraine • March 9, 07:15 AM • 3833 views
Trump announced that the decision to end the war against Iran would be joint with Netanyahu

Trump announced the agreement on the final steps of the operation with Israel. The active phase of hostilities is planned to be completed within four to six weeks.

News of the World • March 9, 07:08 AM • 5437 views
"Greens" defeat Merz's conservatives in German Baden-Württemberg elections

The Green Party won 30. 4% of the votes, ahead of the CDU with 29.7%. The far-right AfD came in third, and the SPD barely crossed the threshold.

Politics • March 8, 09:01 PM • 19235 views
White House Prepares Economic Deal with Cuba That Could Ease Travel to Havana

The Trump administration plans to ease sanctions and expand air travel with Cuba. The agreement provides for business preferences and simplified visa rules.

News of the World • March 8, 08:48 PM • 8560 views
NYPD identifies device near Mayor Mamdani's residence as an improvised explosive device

Police identified a device with nuts and a detonator that was thrown during protests. An 18-year-old suspect and his accomplice have been detained.

News of the World • March 8, 08:39 PM • 7177 views
Witkoff and Kushner to visit Israel, angered by overly extensive strikes on Iran

Trump's envoys will hold talks due to US dissatisfaction with the intensity of attacks on oil facilities. Washington fears the Iranians rallying around the regime.

Politics • March 8, 08:27 PM • 9019 views
Russia attacked the Armed Forces of Ukraine with thousands of drones and a hundred aerial bombs in a day, with a total of 120 combat engagements - General Staff

The General Staff recorded 120 combat engagements on the front and massive UAV strikes. Artillery and over 50 occupiers were destroyed in the Pokrovsk direction.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 08:12 PM • 6252 views
China's Foreign Ministry calls 2026 "important" for China-US relations and predicts a successful summit

Wang Yi stated that stable relations with the US take precedence over conflicts in the Middle East. Beijing is preparing talks on tariffs and mineral exports.

Politics • March 8, 07:59 PM • 7967 views
In Volyn, a group of individuals attacked a TCC car and forcibly released a conscript

A group of individuals in seven cars blocked a TCC vehicle, injured two servicemen, and abducted a conscript. Police are searching for the attackers in connection with a serious crime.

Society • March 8, 07:46 PM • 51451 views
Kansas City Airport in the US was urgently evacuated due to a security threat

At Kansas City Airport, 2,000 people were evacuated to the runway due to a security alert. The FBI is investigating the threat, and all flights are currently suspended.

News of the World • March 8, 07:39 PM • 6542 views
Netanyahu called on the Iranian people to revolt

The Israeli Prime Minister called on Iranians to revolt against tyranny. He predicts a strategic partnership after the fall of the current regime.

Politics • March 8, 07:26 PM • 7481 views
Japan becomes the first country in the world to approve stem cell treatment for Parkinson's disease

Japan has approved iPS cell therapy for the treatment of Parkinson's and heart disease. New drugs will be available to patients in the summer of 2026.

Health • March 8, 07:15 PM • 7648 views
US and Israel struck Iran's nuclear facility in Isfahan

The missile attack destroyed the facility's infrastructure for blocking uranium stockpiles. No signs of radioactive contamination in the area have been recorded so far.

News of the World • March 8, 07:06 PM • 6250 views
Iran's Army reports 104 dead after US attack on frigate 'Dena'

104 sailors died as a result of a US submarine torpedo attack near Sri Lanka. The frigate was returning from exercises when it was sunk in neutral waters.

News of the World • March 8, 06:54 PM • 6761 views
Son of slain Ayatollah likely to become new supreme leader of Iran – sources

Iran's Spiritual Council has elected Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's son as his successor amid war. The US demands a say, and Israel has eliminated the head of the military office.

News of the World • March 8, 06:42 PM • 18809 views
Market prepares for oil price jump to $100 per barrel – FT

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and overflowing storage tanks have caused a shortage of raw materials. Analysts predict a historic rise in oil and fuel prices.

Economy • March 8, 06:30 PM • 16572 views
US considers special operation to seize Iranian uranium

The Trump administration is planning a special operation to seize 441 kg of enriched uranium in Iran. This amount of material is enough to create 11 nuclear warheads.

News of the World • March 8, 06:17 PM • 8813 views