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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
Peace Council to call on UN to force Hamas to disarm – AP

The Peace Council is asking the UN to force Hamas to disarm in order to implement the truce. Currently, Israel controls about sixty percent of Gaza's territory.

Politics • May 19, 05:31 PM • 3858 views
Mango founder's son detained on suspicion of murdering his father

In Spain, the son of the Mango founder has been detained on suspicion of murdering his father. The reasons cited are contradictions in his testimony and conflicts over the business.

Crimes and emergencies • May 19, 05:23 PM • 3839 views
NATO considers mission in the Strait of Hormuz to protect vessels – Bloomberg

The Alliance is discussing a mission to protect vessels in the Strait of Hormuz due to threats to the global economy. The issue will be considered at the July NATO summit in Ankara.

News of the World • May 19, 05:12 PM • 3973 views
NATO Commander Confirms Withdrawal of 5,000 U.S. Troops from Europe

The U. S. will withdraw 5,000 troops from Europe due to the strengthening of allied armies. The reduction will affect units in Poland and Germany without compromising support for Ukraine.

News of the World • May 19, 05:00 PM • 14576 views
US Evangelicals are already choosing Trump's successor – Rubio leads Vance

US Evangelicals see Marco Rubio as Trump's successor in 2028. He is ahead of JD Vance thanks to a high level of trust and experience.

Politics • May 19, 04:54 PM • 8356 views
NATO Commander comments on reports of alliance "defeat" by Ukrainian drone operators during exercises

NATO Commander commented on the successes of Ukrainian drone operators during exercises in Sweden. Alliance troops identified vulnerabilities and quickly adapted to the threats.

News of the World • May 19, 04:34 PM • 6845 views
State Border Guard Service launches service to check travel restrictions

The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine has launched a Personal Account service to check court-imposed travel restrictions. The service does not display bans that are in effect during martial law.

Society • May 19, 04:26 PM • 3913 views
Zelenskyy announced the return of the remains of historical figures to Ukraine

Zelenskyy announced the return of the remains of Andriy Melnyk and Yevhen Konovalets to Ukraine. The state is working on the reburial of heroes from Europe and America.

Society • May 19, 04:15 PM • 4491 views
In Kherson, a man was injured while attempting to neutralize a Russian drone on his own

In Kherson, a 51-year-old man sustained wounds and a concussion while attempting to neutralize a drone. The victim was hospitalized in moderate condition.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 04:10 PM • 4071 views
Zelenskyy approved plans for long-range strikes for June

President Zelenskyy approved plans for long-range strikes against the Russian Federation for June. Ukraine will also increase drone supplies and funding for combat brigades.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 04:01 PM • 42867 views
Greenland's Premier states he will not agree to cede sovereignty to the US for new military bases

Premier Nielsen rejected the possibility of transferring territories for sovereign US bases. Greenland continues security negotiations without concessions on sovereignty.

Politics • May 19, 03:54 PM • 3903 views
RF attacked Dnipropetrovsk region over 50 times, three people injured

Russia attacked Dnipropetrovsk region over 50 times with aerial bombs and artillery. Three men were injured; residential buildings, a gas station, and vehicles were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 03:47 PM • 2774 views
Putin arrived in China for talks with Xi Jinping following TrumpVideo

The Russian dictator arrived in Beijing for his first foreign visit of 2026. The meeting with Xi Jinping takes place immediately after Donald Trump's trip.

Politics • May 19, 03:41 PM • 4797 views
CCD refutes Russian claims of Ukraine allegedly preparing strikes from Latvian territory

The CCD and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia have refuted Russian claims regarding Ukraine preparing attacks from Latvian territory. Moscow is using this fake news for blackmail and threats against the Baltic states.

News of the World • May 19, 03:30 PM • 3056 views
Recruitment rates for the Russian army are falling, the Kremlin is forced to increase payments – Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine

The Foreign Intelligence Service reports that the recruitment rate of contract soldiers in the Russian Federation has dropped to 800 people per day. To attract recruits, the Kremlin is increasing payments and writing off loans.

News of the World • May 19, 03:25 PM • 3460 views
The US wants access to Ukrainian technology as part of a drone deal – Bloomberg

The US plans to test Ukrainian drones for procurement by its own army. The agreement provides for access to technologies and intellectual property rights.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 03:10 PM • 4352 views
Former prosecutor of the Slobozhanska District Prosecutor's Office taken into custody

The court has arrested a former prosecutor of the Slobozhanska Prosecutor's Office on suspicion of bribery. The suspect may be released on bail in the amount of 1.6 million hryvnias.

Crimes and emergencies • May 19, 03:04 PM • 2715 views
Two Russian servicemen notified of suspicion for torturing civilians during the occupation of the Kyiv region

Two Russian servicemen are suspected of torturing civilians in Bohdanivka, Kyiv region. The victims were held in pits without food; one of the men has gone missing.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 02:50 PM • 2998 views
Bicycle, motorcycle, and horse patrols have returned to the streets of Kyiv and several other Ukrainian citiesVideo

Bicycle, motorcycle, and horse patrols have resumed operations in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities. Mobile crews will guard recreation areas and respond more quickly to traffic accidents.

Society • May 19, 02:43 PM • 2849 views
International Fraud Scheme Organizer Exposed in Kryvyi Rih for Nearly 7 Million UAHVideo

A 38-year-old man established a fake company and sold non-existent metal to foreigners. The perpetrator misappropriated 7 million hryvnias and is currently in custody.

Crimes and emergencies • May 19, 02:30 PM • 2699 views
CCD reports intensification of Russian manipulation campaign regarding labor migration in Ukraine

Russia is spreading fakes about the mass involvement of foreigners to divide society. In the first four months of 2024, only 3.2 thousand work permits were issued.

Society • May 19, 02:25 PM • 2377 views
SBI exposes Kyiv law enforcement officer transporting psychotropic substances worth nearly UAH 5 million

The State Bureau of Investigation has exposed a police officer who was transporting 5 kilograms of PVP valued at 4. 8 million hryvnias. The perpetrator used his official status to pass through checkpoints.

Crimes and emergencies • May 19, 02:12 PM • 2601 views
Body of man killed by Russian drone discovered in Sumy region – Regional Military Administration

The body of a 38-year-old man who died from a drone strike was discovered in the Sumy district. The deceased had previously evacuated to Sumy due to constant shelling.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 01:57 PM • 2817 views
Jackson Pollock painting sold at auction for a record $181 million

The painting 'Number 7A, 1948' was sold for a record $181 million in New York. This canvas became the fourth most expensive work of art in auction history.

Culture • May 19, 01:51 PM • 10959 views
Death toll from strike on Pryluky rises to three, including a 15-year-old boy

As a result of a ballistic missile strike on Pryluky, three people were killed and 29 were injured. A fire broke out in a shopping center in the city due to the hit.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 01:41 PM • 2745 views
Zelenskyy received the European Order of Merit at the European Parliament

Zelenskyy was inducted into the European Order of Merit for defending EU values. The award was also received by Maia Sandu, Angela Merkel, and the band U2.

News of the World • May 19, 01:34 PM • 3454 views
Russians have attacked AFU positions 63 times since the beginning of the day at the front – General Staff

Since the beginning of the day, the enemy has attacked the AFU 63 times, concentrating efforts in the Pokrovsk direction. In the Huliaipole sector, ten attacks by the occupiers were repelled.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 01:27 PM • 2217 views
Russians attacked Chernihiv region with drones over the past day – there are wounded and destructionPhoto

As a result of attacks in the Koriukivka district and Chernihiv, two people were hospitalized. Residential buildings, vehicles, and civilian infrastructure were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 05:03 AM • 5466 views
Russia expands its "shadow" fleet of LNG tankers to bypass sanctions and increase exports

Russia has deployed the vessels Kosmos, Mercury, Orion, and Luch for shipments from Arctic LNG 2. In total, the shadow gas fleet already consists of at least 20 tankers.

Economy • May 18, 04:59 AM • 4315 views
Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship to arrive in Rotterdam today for quarantine and disinfection

The MV Hondius is set to arrive in Rotterdam for disinfection following a hantavirus outbreak. Three people have died as a result of the illness, and the crew will be placed under quarantine.

Health • May 18, 04:47 AM • 4536 views