A joint statement by Israel and Ukraine regarding the pilgrimage to Uman on Rosh Hashanah reads: "At the initiative of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Rosh Hashanah has been granted the status of a national holiday in Ukraine. As such, it bears significance which goes beyond personal interest."
"At the same time, the epidemiological situation in Ukraine and Israel, as well as in the whole world, unfortunately, does not allow us to mark this year the holiday as usual as is customary."
"In accordance with the recommendations and warnings of the Ministries of Health of Ukraine and Israel, we urge pilgrims planning to take part in the Rosh Hashanah celebrations in Ukraine to avoid visiting Uman due to the threatening epidemiological situation. However, for those who decide to visit Uman anyway, we emphasize that distancing restrictions apply to all public events and will be strictly enforced."