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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
Cuba accuses US of fabricating "drone threat" to justify potential attack

Cuba denies purchasing 300 drones for attacks on US facilities. Havana calls these allegations a pretext for sanctions and possible military aggression.

News of the World • May 18, 04:35 AM • 3916 views
Russian drones struck Odesa overnight – houses, a lyceum, and a kindergarten damagedPhoto

Two people were injured as a result of the overnight drone attack on Odesa. Residential buildings, a lyceum, a kindergarten, and city infrastructure facilities were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 04:27 AM • 42180 views
The number of casualties following the Russian attack on Dnipro has risen to 18 people, including a 2-year-old girlVideo

As a result of the missile strike on Dnipro, 18 people were injured, including a two-year-old girl and a ten-year-old boy. Eight adults were hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 04:09 AM • 4635 views
Defense Forces eliminated over 1,200 more Russian military personnel in the past day – General StaffPhoto

In the past 24 hours, the Defense Forces eliminated 1,220 occupiers and destroyed 1,603 drones. Total losses of the Russian army have already exceeded 1.35 million people.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 03:59 AM • 5015 views
Ebola outbreak in Congo causes alarm due to war and lack of vaccine – BBC

WHO has declared an emergency due to an outbreak of a rare strain of Ebola in Congo. 250 cases and 80 deaths have been recorded in the combat zone.

Health • May 18, 03:33 AM • 4513 views
German drones for Ukraine to receive "express updates" directly on the battlefieldPhoto

STARK and IBM have created a system for rapid drone software updates in combat zones. The technology allows drones to be adapted for specific missions.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 03:15 AM • 4691 views
Ukraine is developing its own Freya anti-ballistic system to replace the Patriot

The Fire Point company presented the Freya project to combat ballistic missiles amid a shortage of Patriot systems. The system will serve as a cheaper and faster alternative.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 02:58 AM • 5956 views
Gold prices fall amid inflation fears fueled by a protracted war with Iran and the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz

The price of gold dropped to $4,550 due to the war with Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Investors anticipate rising inflation and interest rate hikes.

Economy • May 18, 02:39 AM • 4919 views
Oil rose above $110 as there are no signs of an end to the war with Iran despite Trump's pressure for a deal

The price of Brent rose to $111 due to the war between the US and Iran. Risks of oil supply blockades are provoking stock market declines and rising interest rates.

Economy • May 18, 02:17 AM • 4518 views
Pope Leo XIV establishes an Artificial Intelligence commission in the Vatican

Pope Leo XIV establishes a commission in the Vatican to coordinate the Church's actions regarding AI. The Pontiff is preparing an encyclical on the ethical impact of technology on humanity.

News of the World • May 18, 01:58 AM • 4247 views
Argentina retires legendary A-4 Skyhawks and will replace them with F-16s previously planned for Ukraine

Argentina has decommissioned its A-4 Skyhawk aircraft after 60 years of service. They will be replaced by 24 F-16 fighters that Denmark had initially planned to provide to Ukraine.

News of the World • May 18, 01:40 AM • 4332 views
Ukrainian drones can down "Shaheds" even from New York – Brave1 reveals new details about interceptorsPhoto

Ukraine produces over 2,000 low-cost interceptor drones per day. Operators can control the equipment remotely from anywhere on the planet.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 01:17 AM • 17369 views
The number of injured following the missile strike on Dnipro has risen to nine, including a childVideo

As a result of the attack on a residential neighborhood in Dnipro, nine people were injured, including a child. Four of the victims have been hospitalized in moderate condition.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 01:07 AM • 15336 views
Britain nears free trade deal with Gulf states - FT

Britain and the Gulf states are finalizing free trade negotiations. The deal is expected to contribute up to £3.1 billion annually to the British economy.

Politics • May 18, 12:56 AM • 4475 views
Russia launched a missile strike on Dnipro – a residential neighborhood was hit, casualties reported

As a result of the missile strike on Dnipro, a residential neighborhood was damaged and three people were injured. Rescuers are extricating residents from the damaged building.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 12:47 AM • 5485 views
Bear kills man near the Bulgarian capital

In the Vitosha Mountains near Sofia, a female bear with cubs killed a 30-year-old man. This is the first fatal wild animal attack in Bulgaria since 2010.

Society • May 18, 12:37 AM • 13783 views
Socialists suffer historic defeat in Spain's Andalusia elections

Spain's Socialists have suffered a historic defeat in the Andalusia elections. The conservative People's Party will secure a majority of seats in the local parliament.

Politics • May 18, 12:15 AM • 4302 views
In Nigeria, over 80 children missing after militant attacks on schools

In Borno and Oyo states, militants kidnapped more than 80 students during attacks on schools. Authorities are conducting searches, and police have detained three suspects.

News of the World • May 17, 11:57 PM • 3457 views
Canada confirms first case of hantavirus among cruise ship passengers

Canada has confirmed a case of hantavirus in a cruise ship passenger. The infected Yukon resident is currently in the hospital, and other contacts have been isolated.

Health • May 17, 11:38 PM • 4439 views
Russian drones attacked Odesa – houses damaged, child and man injured

As a result of the UAV attack in Odesa, houses, a lyceum, and a kindergarten were damaged. An 11-year-old boy and a 59-year-old man were injured; they are receiving medical assistance.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 11:34 PM • 20020 views
Ukrainian esports team NAVI crowned champions of IEM Atlanta 2026 in Counter-Strike 2

NAVI defeated GamerLegion with a score of 3:0 to become IEM Atlanta 2026 champions. The prize pool for the tournament in the USA was $1 million.

Sports • May 17, 11:16 PM • 3991 views
Crashed drone linked to Ukraine found in Lithuania

A crashed drone without explosives was discovered in the Lithuanian village of Samanė. Authorities suggest it is of Ukrainian origin, having crashed due to interference from Russian electronic warfare systems.

News of the World • May 17, 10:57 PM • 3643 views
At least eight people killed in Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip

Eight people were killed as a result of Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip. The attacks took place in Khan Younis and Deir al-Balah amid the failure of peace negotiations.

News of the World • May 17, 10:40 PM • 3636 views
In the Mexican state of Puebla, armed attackers killed 10 people

In the city of Tehuitzingo, six men, three women, and a child were killed. Federal authorities are investigating the attack amid rising drug cartel violence in the region.

News of the World • May 17, 10:17 PM • 3536 views
In the Dnipropetrovsk region, a warehouse with fireworks began detonating following a Russian strikeVideo

Russian drones attacked the Dnipropetrovsk region, causing a detonation at a pyrotechnics warehouse and a fire in a building. Information regarding casualties is being clarified.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 10:11 PM • 4134 views
About 300 Russian drones destroyed over Sumy region in 24 hours - Regional Military AdministrationVideo

Defense forces shot down about 300 enemy UAVs over the Sumy region in the past 24 hours. Russian troops targeted the region's civilian infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 10:00 PM • 15809 views
Traffic on Stolychne Shose in Kyiv to be partially restricted for a month due to repairs

From May 18 to June 20, traffic on Stolychne Shose will be restricted to two lanes in the direction of the city. Repairs will take place from the Automobile Center to Ostrivna Street.

Society • May 17, 09:45 PM • 17725 views
43 people detained in London during Tommy Robinson supporter marches and pro-Palestinian protestsPhoto

43 people were detained in London during Robinson marches and pro-Palestinian rallies. Assaults on police and hate crimes were recorded.

News of the World • May 17, 09:32 PM • 3303 views
A Russian "Shahed" hit a high-rise building in Dnipro during a massive drone attackVideo

During a massive attack, a Russian drone hit a high-rise building in Dnipro. A fire broke out on the roof of the building; information regarding casualties is currently being clarified.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 09:25 PM • 22295 views
Two people injured in Zaporizhzhia district following Russian drone attack

On Sunday evening, the occupiers attacked the Zaporizhzhia district with drones. Two people were injured, and a passenger car was damaged on the outskirts of the city.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 09:16 PM • 3873 views