Ukraine

Russian-Ukrainian War:

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.

Boy killed in Russian shelling of Ukrainian apartment building

Child reportedly killed in strike on civilian homes in Chuhuiv, Ukraine.

Former ambassador: 'There's disinformation from both sides'

Former Israeli amb. to Ukraine describes Foreign Min. aid, calls on Israelis to leave combat zones.

European Commission:

'Russia grossly violating international law'

European Commission condemns Russian 'military aggression' against Ukraine, calls on Russia to 'immediately cease hostilities.'

Ukraine MP to Americans: Push your gov't to sanction Russia

MP Alexey Goncharenko says 'Russia should be out of the world economy,' their oil and gas banned.

If you were Putin....

Of course he invaded, he holds all the cards and the West makes it easy. Condolences to Ukraine. But let’s blame everything on Trump! Op-ed.

Invasion begins

Putin launches war against Ukraine

Russian President announces “military operation” in Donbas region. "The clashes were inevitable".

Ukraine:

Rebels ask Russia for military assistance

Ukrainian Foreign Minister demands urgent meeting of Security Council after rebels ask Russia for military help.

Ukraine approves 30-day state of emergency

Ukrainian parliament approves 30-day state of emergency in light of the Russian military incursion into the eastern part of the country.

Israel backs Ukrainian sovereignty - avoids mentioning Russia

In first statement since Russia recognized parts of Ukraine as 'independent', Israeli Foreign Ministry carefully avoids criticism of Moscow.

Blinken cancels meeting with Russian Foreign Minister

Secretary of State says he will no longer meet with Russian Foreign Minister in Geneva.

Ukraine threatens to break off diplomatic contact with Russia

Ukraine's president says he is considering ending diplomatic relations with Russia over recognition of its territories as independent.

FM speaks with Israeli ambassador to Ukraine as tensions mount

Lapid lauds embassy staff following evacuation to Lviv, as tensions on Ukraine-Russian border mount.

'Putin has underestimated the Ukrainian people's will to fight'

Former President of Poland, Aleksander Kwasniewski tells American Jewish leaders that Putin hopes to return to the 'Great Russia' days.

British Cabinet Minister:

'Russian invasion of Ukraine has begun'

'Putin has decided to attack Ukraine and its territorial integrity,' top British minister says. 'The invasion has begun.'

US moves embassy staff out of Ukraine

Source says move could be reversed on Tuesday if Russia doesn't invade Ukraine.

Ukrainian President:

'We're not afraid of anything or anyone'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky responds to Putin's move, rules out territorial concessions.

Putin orders 'peacekeeping operation' in eastern Ukraine

Russian President orders peacekeepers to Donetsk and Luhansk regions of eastern Ukraine.

Putin recognizes independence of Ukrainian separatists

Russian president recognizes 2 separatist regions in Ukraine in violation of 2015 Minsk agreements.

Israeli embassy to relocate to Lviv, Ukraine

Israel moves consular staff to city in western Ukraine as potential Russian invasion looms.

"Proud of our history"

'Azerbaijan proud of historic relations with the Jewish people'

Azerbaijani politician Sevil Mikailova, on an official visit to Israel, experiences the warmth of the relationship between both countries.

US claims Russia has lists of Ukrainians to kill, send to camps

US tells UN Human Rights Chief Russia preparing lists of people to kill and imprison in a military occupation of Ukraine.

Preparing for war and any possible scenario

Fear grows in Ukraine Jewish community. They have not yet had time to prepare for war due to a lack of resources.

Make way, Kamala Harris to the rescue!

Here comes Kamala to save Ukraine. Op-ed.

New immigrants from Ukraine ready for 'a new life' in Israel

Israel National News speaks to newly-arrived immigrants from Ukraine facing 'a new road, new experiences, new life.'

US Ambassador to Ukraine:

'Russian invasion of Ukraine would be disastrous'

Acting US Ambassador to Ukraine says Russia will face “devastating sanctions” if it invades Ukraine.

Ukraine crisis

Biden and Putin agree to Macron-mediated summit

Elysee Palace says summit “can only be held if Russia does not invade Ukraine”.

One word that will stop Putin’s war machine: R-E-S-P-E-C-T

Now, what does a 1970’s soul song have to do with stopping any possible Putin/Russian invasion of Ukraine? Everything!  Opinion.

Emergency plan to absorb thousands of Jews from Ukraine

Immigrant Absorption Minister Pnina Tamano-Shata leads efforts to prepare for mass exodus of Jews from Ukraine in event of war with Russia.

British PM:

'Russia planning the biggest war since 1945'

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says intelligence suggests Russia intends to encircle Kyiv.

Ukraine President urges sanctions: 'What are you waiting for?'

'We don't need your sanctions after bombardment will happen,' Ukraine's Pres. Zelensky says.

Foreign Ministry warns:

'Escalation in Ukraine may be fast and serious'

Israeli Embassy in Kyiv to open Consular Department on Sunday, allowing those who need travel documents to receive them.

Ukraine:

Watch: Press escapes artillery rounds on Ukraine front lines

Fox News foreign correspondent Trey Yingst reports live from East Ukraine, where press is fleeing incoming artillery rounds.

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Biden gives update on Ukraine

President Biden provides update on US efforts to pursue deterrence and diplomacy, and Russia’s military buildup in Ukraine.

Jeep explodes in separatist region of Ukraine

No one injured in incident, which occurred hours after the separatists began to leave Donetsk and Luhansk.

Ukrainian Jews storing food, sleeping bags in case of invasion

Igor Shatkhin, the Chief Rabbi of Odessa's assistant, explains how the Odessa community is working to ensure the safety of Jews in Ukraine.

Biden: Invasion of Ukraine still possible, I won't talk to Putin

Russia demands US troops withdraw from central and eastern Europe.

Russia expels US Deputy Ambassador to Moscow

Diplomatic crisis deepens as NATO, western powers say Russia creating false pretext to justify invasion of Ukraine.

Thousands of Jewish children gather to pray for peace in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared a day of national unity - and thousands of Jewish children prayed for peace.

Russia claims Donbas genocide by Ukraine forces

Despite Russia's claim of withdrawal from the Ukraine border, Western outlets report no change in militia status

The Parsha and Current Events: Danger and Fear in the air

Not only in the Ukraine but in LA, South Bend, Atlanta, Houston, Skokie, Brooklyn, Hollywood, Boca Raton, Ferndale, Kiryat Joel, NYC.

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Israel asks Russia to help evacuate Israelis from Ukraine

Israeli official asks Russia for help in getting Israeli citizens and diplomats out in case of Ukraine invasion.

Officials:

'US and allies prepared to respond to Russian cyberattacks'

US and European officials say they are prepared to respond to Russian cyberattacks, after Ukraine reports a mass hacking.

Biden calls on Russia to avoid a 'bloody, destructive war'

US President delivers address to the nation on Russia-Ukraine crisis.

Ukraine hit with massive cyber attack

Defense Ministry, army, largest banks in Ukraine fall victim to massive DDoS attacks after Russia announces withdrawal of some troops.

Russia: Some troops returning to bases

Move signals possible de-escalation amid continued fears of possible Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Those fleeing Ukraine won't need a pre-flight COVID-19 test

Travelers will fill out a health declaration, undergo a PCR test upon arrival in Israel, Exceptions Committee decides.

Security source: 'Putin sensed Biden's weakness - and attacked'

Senior Israeli security source says current US policy radiates weakness, is directly connected to aggression by China, Russia.

Report:

Israel blocking Iron Dome sales to Ukraine

Yedioth Aharanoth report claims Israel blocked Iron Dome sales to Ukraine over fears it would lead to Russian backlash.

Ukraine crisis:

Report: Russian army moving to attack positions

US official says Russian units, missile launchers and artillery moving from assembly areas to attack positions as prospect of invasion grows

Lapid: Israelis in Ukraine should come home, not take any risks

Foreign Minister reiterates call for all Israeli citizens in Ukraine to leave the country immediately during Yesh Atid faction meeting.

US National Security Adviser:

'Russia could attack Ukraine any day now'

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan warns that Russia could launch an invasion of Ukraine this week.

Ukraine to spend $590 million to insure flights in its airspace

Ukrainian government moves to keep international flights going after insurers stop providing insurance for flights in Ukrainian airspace.

Russia vs Ukraine:

Lapid: US thinks there will be conflict, but it can be avoided

Foreign Minister says Israel preparing to move diplomatic staff to Lyiv in the event of a Russian invasion.

Uman rabbi calls on Israelis to leave Ukraine

Rabbi Yaakov Jan warns Israelis to get out before expected Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Biden demands Putin stand down on Ukraine border

In 62-minute phone call, US President tells Russian counterpart America and its allies will not tolerate an invasion of Ukraine.

Diaspora Min: Israel must allow emergency aliyah from Ukraine

Diaspora Affairs Minister Dr. Nachman Shai says Israel must fulfill its purpose by offering refuge to Jews in Ukraine.

Jewish Agency to evacuate emissaries from Ukraine

Organization to evacuate Israeli educational staff and their families from Ukraine following Israeli travel warning.

Bennett, Lapid call on Israelis to leave Ukraine immediately

Travel warning to Ukraine strengthened as Russian invasion of Ukraine continues to loom.

World prepares for possible Russian invasion of Ukraine

Biden, Putin speak, Israel prepares to rescue Israelis in Ukraine as possible Russian invasion looms.