Ukraine

Ukraine:

Firebomb hurled at synagogue

Firebomb hurled at synagogue in Kryvyi Rih in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast as Passover ends.

Putin announces ceasefire for Easter

The President of Russia announced a ceasefire in honor of the Christian Easter until Sunday at midnight.

Trump blames Zelenskyy for starting war

'You don't start a war against someone 20 times your size and then hope that people give you some missiles,' US President Trump accuses Ukraine President Zelenskyy.

Ukraine War:

Small matzot sent to Jewish soldiers

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sent a Passover message to the Jews of his country: 'This is a special holiday marking a long-awaited liberation after long periods of suffering and slavery.'

Ukraine:

Soldiers on front lines to receive small matzahs

Federation of Jewish Communities of Ukraine completes complex logistical operation to distribute Passover kits to hundreds of Jewish soldiers serving on the front lines.

Why Trump's Ukraine policies have US Jews worried

Jewish People Policy Institute poll shows majority of US Jews fear President Trump's policy toward Ukraine will negatively impact Israel.

Report:

Trump Admin. has set date for full ceasefire in Ukraine

US seeks to have ceasefire by Easter as Russia drags its feet in negotiations in response to administration's rhetorical move against Ukraine.

Elon Musk:

'Cyberattack from Ukraine area targeted X'

Following hours long outage of X, Elon Musk claims his social media platform was targeted by a “massive cyberattack” originating from the “Ukraine area.”

Zelenskyy expresses regret for White House blowup

'Meeting at the White House did not go the way it was supposed to be. We would like future cooperation and communication to be constructive,' says President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

After clash with Zelenskyy

Trump pauses all military aid to Ukraine

Senior official says the pause will be in place until Trump determines that Ukraine is demonstrating a good-faith commitment to peace.

Russian Foreign Minister:

'Zelenskyy a pure Nazi and traitor to the Jewish people'

In latest criticism of Ukrainian President, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov calls him a “pure Nazi” and a “traitor to the Jewish people.”

Khamenei:

'Ukraine proves US support for puppet regimes is illusory'

Iranian Supreme Leader, a close ally of Vladimir Putin, mocks the disastrous visit Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had at the White House.

Tense Oval Office meeting

Trump and Vance scold Zelenskyy: You're not acting thankful

Meeting between Trump and Ukrainian President becomes tense as the sides exchange sharp words over US support for Ukraine and whether Zelenskyy had shown sufficient gratitude. Trump warns: You're either going to make a deal or we're out.

Judaism behind bars:

Ukraine's Prison Rabbi meets Chief Rabbi of Israel Prison Service

Rabbi Yonatan Markovitch, Chief Rabbi of Kyiv and the Chief Rabbi of Ukraine's Prison System, met with his Israeli counterpart, Chief Prison Rabbi Eyal Salman, to foster collaboration and discuss halachic issues concerning inmates.

Babi Yar:

Zelenskyy marks 80 years since liberation of Auschwitz

President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, participated today in a ceremony at Babi Yar, marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau extermination camp.

Ukraine:

Man arrested after damaging historic Hanukkiah in Lviv

Rabbi Mendy Gottlieb, Chabad emissary in the city, says the vandalism is "a very unusual incident that does not reflect the attitude of the residents".

Antisemitism in Ukraine:

Firebomb thrown at Chabad synagogue in Mykolaiv

The perpetrator, who was captured on security cameras, flees scene. Fire extinguished by synagogue guard. No injuries, but the building's door damaged.

Jews visiting Uman subject to significant restrictions

Breslov hasidim visiting Uman, Ukraine, warned photographing security forces, checkpoints, or military facilities may be arrested on suspicion of espionage.

Ukraine:

Zelenskyy lights Hanukkah candles in presidential bunker

At Zelenskyy's request, the ceremony featured an ornate menorah he received from Argentine President Javier Milei during his inauguration.

Ukraine:

'We are the new Mossad'

Ukrainian intelligence services are using tactics made famous by Israel to target Russian leadership as the war between the two countries wears on.

Mixed outcomes for embattled democracies

European leaders have had neutral-to-negative stances on Israel and shown overwhelming support for Ukraine, where the Trump White House is likely to take the opposite stance on both issues. Opinion.

Massive Russian attack cuts power in western Ukraine

One million people in western Ukraine lost electricity today due to a massive Russian attack on energy infrastructure.

In memory of Rabbi Kogan:

Two adults in Ukraine circumcised and named after Rabbi Kogan

Two adult Jews from Odessa were circumcised yesterday and named after Rabbi Zvi Kogan, the Chabad emissary who was murdered in the United Arab Emirates.

Zelenskyy:

'Confident that the war could end in 2025'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is open to proposals from leaders of African, Asian, and Arab countries on how to end the war: I also want to see the proposals from the new US President.

Zelenskyy:

'Israel made a mistake because its leaders were afraid of Putin'

Ukrainian President praises destruction of Iranian missile production sites by Israel, but laments lack of direct support from Israel following Russia's invasion in interview with Fox News' Yingst.

Biden allows Ukraine to use long-range US weapons

US President approves Ukraine’s use of advanced long-range American weapons within Russian territory.

Zelenskyy:

'The war will end faster once Trump takes office'

Ukrainian President suggests that Russia's war in Ukraine could conclude "faster" once Trump assumes office. "We must do everything to ensure that the war ends next year through diplomatic means."

Ukraine denies reports of race for nuclear weapons

German media alleges that Ukraine seeks a new deterrent amid growing fears that Trump will withdraw US support for the war against Russia.

'Confident he will facilitate peace'

Ukrainian Jewish communities congratulate Trump

Rabbi Mayer Stambler, Chairman of the Jewish Communities of Ukraine, issues statement congratulating US President-elect Donald Trump: The Biblical values he champions will undoubtedly guide the world toward a better future.

Kyiv Jewish school damaged in early-morning Russian drone strike

A Russian drone struck the Perlina school in Ukraine's capital causing significant structural damage. Nine people were injured as a result of the same attack in an adjacent multistory residential building.

Transportation Min. intervenes, thousands of hasidim return home

Thousands of Israelis stranded abroad after visiting Uman, Ukraine, over the Rosh Hashanah holiday return home with the help of the Transportation Ministry.

Interior Minister responds to Breslov hasidim stranded abroad

Interior Minister Moshe Arbel apologizes, says he cannot help Breslov hasidim return home from Uman, notes, 'There was a travel warning.'

Thousands of Breslov hasidim unable to return home from Uman

Two days after the conclusion of the holiday and following Sabbath, thousands of Breslov hasidim who traveled to Uman for Rosh Hashanah are still unable to board their flights home.

Zelenskyy attends memorial on anniversary of Babi Yar massacre

Memorial ceremony was held at the Babi Yar killing site, marking 83 years since the massacre of Kyiv’s Jews, who were murdered by the Nazi Germans and their collaborators in 1941.

Report:

Ukrainian special forces raid Russian base in Syria

The Khimik group of Ukraine’s Main Directorate of Intelligence (HUR) raided a Russian base used to manufacture and test strike UAVs southeast of Aleppo.

Ukrainian Embassy:

'Refrain from visiting Uman this year'

The Cherkasy Regional Military Administration is urging Jews not to make the annual pilgrimage to the town of Uman as the war with Russia continues.

Ukrainian Chief Rabbi's adopted son killed in war with Russia

Chief Rabbi of Ukraine Moshe Azman announced the funeral of his adopted son Matityahu (Anton) Samborsky

Ukrainian Foreign Minister resigns position

Over 50% of the Cabinet of Ministers’ staff to be changed, Ukraine Parliament's Davyd Arakhamia says.

Netanyahu and Zelenskyy discuss Uman pilgrimage

Netanyahu discussed the situation in the region with Zelenskyy and raised the issue of tens of thousands of Israelis traveling to Uman for Rosh Hashanah.

Netanyahu and Zelenskyy discuss situation in the Middle East

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speak by phone. Zelenskyy's spokesman says Netanyahu "expressed support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine."

US urges citizens: Don't travel to Ukraine for Rosh Hashanah

In light of ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, US calls on citizens to refrain from traveling to Uman for the holiday of Rosh Hashanah.

US urges citizens:

'Do not travel to Uman for Rosh Hashanah'

US State Department warns citizens against traveling to Uman, Ukraine, for the annual Rosh Hashanah celebration at the burial place of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov.

Ukraine pushes new e-visa regulations, Breslov group pushes back

Ukraine government begins process to change entry requirements for non-citizens from visa-exempt countries, including Israel, who seek entry to Ukraine.

Fire hits nuclear power plant in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Russian troops of starting a fire on the grounds of Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. IAEA says the fire did not appear to represent a threat to nuclear safety.

Israeli Ambassador to Ukraine:

'The world loves dead Jews very much'

Israeli Ambassador to Ukraine Michael Brodsky explained why support for Israel quickly fell away as the war progressed. 'They don't like it when Israel fights back.'

Surprise attack:

Ukraine invades Russian territory

Ukraine has launched an offensive to seize the Kursk Oblast, drawing condemnation from Russian president Vladimir Putin.

Russian-Jewish writer sentenced to prison for comments on war

Russia sentences Jewish writer Masha Gessen to prison in absentia for comments on Ukraine war.

Officers to Kyiv Chief Rabbi:

'Spiritual Support Contributes to Combat Missions'

A group of religious officers and senior officers in the Ukrainian military visited the Jewish community in Kyiv and met with Rabbi Yonatan Markovitch, the Chief Rabbi of Kyiv.

Synagogue turned carpentry workshop to undergo preservation

A Jewish man who loves history visited the city of Illintsi in Ukraine and discovered an ancient synagogue that had been converted into a carpentry workshop over the years. The site is due to undergo preservation.

Russia accused of starving Ukrainian citizens in Mariupol

Human rights NGO Global Rights Compliance submits opinion to International Criminal Court that Russian forces attempted to starve civilians in 2022 siege of Mariupol.

Ukrainian officers arrested for attempt to assassinate Zelensky

Ukraine accuses Russia of attempting to assassinate President Volodymyr Zelensky and other top officials in the country's leadership.

Did France send troops to Ukraine?

The French Foreign Ministry responded to reports that France sent forces to Ukraine following President Macron's statements that he would not rule out sending forces if necessary.

Kyiv Chief Rabbi meets Ukrainian Jewish soldiers for Passover

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denis Shmyhal pens letter to Ukrainian Jewish community on occasion of Passover.

Biden signs aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan into law

The package includes $14 billion in military assistance to Israel and $4 billion in weapons funding for Taiwan and the US's other Indo-Pacific allies.

Ahead of Passover:

Zelenskyy meets Jewish students, local rabbis

Ukrainian President visits Jewish school in Kyiv on the occasion of Passover: The Jewish community supports Ukraine in the fight for freedom.

Third Passover amid the war

Ukraine's Jews to celebrate under threat of Russian attack

The FJCU finished the long preparations for Passover that began a month and a half ago and began with the transportation and distribution of packages of essentials to 45 thousand Jewish families in the 169 Jewish communities throughout the country.

Man arrested for hate graffiti in Uman

Young man caught on camera spraying a swastika and antisemitic slogans on the side of a Jewish building.

British Foreign Minister:

This is why Britain did not intercept Russian drones like Iran’s

British Foreign Minister explains why Britain did not intercept Russian drones as it did this week in the Iranian attack against Israel.

Biden asks Ukraine not to attack Russian refineries

The request comes on the heels of a Russian attack on Ukrainian power facilities.

Ukraine denies involvement

IAEA condemns attack on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

IAEA chief condemns Ukrainian drone strike on one of six nuclear reactors at Zaporizhzhia. Ukraine: We're not involved in any armed provocations on the territory of the illegally occupied nuclear plant.