Rabbi Berel Lazar

Russian rabbi demands apology for 'vulgar antisemitism' by top official

In rare rebuke, Russian chief rabbi Berel Lazar accuses senior defense official of antisemitism.

Russian Rabbis convene emergency conference in Moscow

Rabbis reiterate commitment to Jewish community of Russia and issue call for immediate peace

Russian chief rabbi: ‘It would be nice’ if Russia’s Lavrov apologized for Hitler comments

Russian Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar chides Foreign Minister Lavrov over claims Hitler had Jewish ancestry.

‘It would be nice if Lavrov apologized for Hitler comments'

Russia's Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar: We use our connections to save Jewish lives

"The Russian government realizes that helping Ukrainian Jews doesn't mean identifying with Ukraine. We don't hide what we're doing."

Russia's Chief Rabbi: We use our connections to save lives

Russian chief rabbi: Pray for peace

Rabbi Berel Lazar calls on Russian Jews to pray for peace in the region, after fighting breaks out on Russia-Ukraine border.

Watch: Russia Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar ends Yom Kippur in Moscow

Chief Rabbi of Russia Rabbi Berel Lazar in Moscow, ushers out Yom Kippur 5781.

Chief Rabbi of Russia diagnosed with coronavirus

Rabbi Berel Lazar diagnosed with coronavirus and is under medical supervision.

Russian rabbi visits ancient Shiloh

Binyamin leader takes Russia's Rabbi Berel Lazar, dozens of Moscow Jews, on tour of ancient Shiloh.

Russia satisfied by result of elections in Israel

Chief rabbi of Russia discusses good relations between Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Putin.

Israel's Chief Rabbi thanks President Putin

In meeting with Chief Rabbi Lazar, Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef conveys to Russian President thanks for standing up for local Jewish community.

Russian rabbi: Giving Syria S-300 was a ‘mistake’

In rare rebuke, Russian chief rabbi slams missile transfer to Syria as ‘mistake,’ says it will ‘augment’ region’s problems.

'S-300 transfer a mistake that will only bring more difficulty'

Russian Chief Rabbi Berel Lazer opposes Putin's decision sending S-300 to Syria but says he is sure Israel has a way to deal with it.

Putin meets Chief Rabbi of Russia

Russian President extends greetings to Russian Jews in honor of Rosh Hashanah.

A secret mission to Iran

Exclusive: Arutz Sheva discovers Russia's Chief Rabbi Lazar visited Iran - on a mission for Russia's Pres. Putin.

Rabbi reveals: Putin loves matzah

Chief Rabbi of Russia, Rabbi Berel Lazar, reveals that Russian President has a special fondness for matzot and eats them all year long.

Putin wishes Russian Jews a happy Passover

'I congratulate you wholeheartedly on the Passover holiday. The blessed Jewish community's contributions help everyone.'

'Putin is good to Jews'

Chabad emissary to Moscow describes warm relations between local Jews, Pres. Putin, says anti-Semitism non-existent in Russia.

'Putin won't let the Iranians do as they please'

'It's clear to Russians that Syria won't be stabile if they allow Hezbollah to control territory.'

'L'Chaim!' in the office of Rabbi Steinsaltz

Russia's Chief Rabbi visits great rabbinical commentator Rabbi Adin Even Yisrael Steinsaltz.

Russian rabbi: Providing aid does more for us than for others

International organizations provide food and clothes for the holiday to needy families in Israel, Russia, Ukraine.

Why some Jews are paying $500 for an Italian etrog

Chabad rabbi explains etrog crisis, and why he has to be extra careful with inspections.

Sanctions on Russia won't affect Jewish holiday

Italian sanctions on Russia will not affect export of etrog fruits for Sukkot holiday, rabbi says.

Jewish Moscow presents 'tefillin bank'

After 'mezuzah bank' succeeds, Moscow's Chabad presents 'tefillin banks.'

WATCH: Russia's chief rabbi plays the drums

Russia's Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar's son weds Berlin Chabad emissary's daughter - and Rabbi Lazar hops on stage, surprising the young couple.

Russian Jews celebrate 25 years of community events at Kremlin

Russian Jewish community celebrates quarter century of events at Kremlin since the fall of the Soviet Union.

Russian protesters demand ban on Chabad movement

Russian Jewish leaders slam anti-Semitic rally, in which some 100 protesters called for 'Holy War on Chabad 'settlement' in Russia.

Russian chief rabbi: Stamp out hate speech

Rabbi Berel Lazar hits back following dissemination of anti-Semitic conspiracy theory by politician from Vladimir Putin's ruling party.

Chief rabbi of Russia: Stamp out hate speech against Jews

Russian Jewry Relieved After Exams Postponed

Vladimir Putin personally intervenes after Jewish community leaders turn to government over exams, which were scheduled for Shavuot holiday.

Russian Jewry Relieved After Matriculation Exams Postponed

Ancient Russian Synagogue Inaugurates Torah Scroll

130-year-old synagogue re-dedicated and Torah scroll inaugurated; Russian Chief Rabbi attends.

Torah Scroll Inauguration At Ancient Russian Synagogue

Foodless Uman Pilgrims Saved by Rabbi

About 100 pilgrims who were stuck in Moscow airport received kosher food thanks to Russia's chief rabbi.

Chief Rabbi Walked from Airport on Shabbat

Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar walked 8 hours home from the airport Friday night rather than desecrate Sabbath after an official event in Russia.

Russia’s Chief Rabbi Walked 8 Hrs, Not to Desecrate Sabbath

Major Prayer Rally to be Held in Moscow

A major prayer rally will be held Tuesday in Moscow, with thousands of Jews gathering to pray for the success of the IDF

Chief Rabbi, Russian Officials at Joseph's Tomb

In the late hours of Saturday night, the Chief Rabbi and other high-ranking officials from Russia visited Joseph's Tomb in Samaria.