Russia

Lapid holds secret discussion on Russia and Jewish Agency

PM directs Foreign Ministry to "put together a package of tools against the Russian decision" to suspend Jewish Agency's activities.

Lapid:

'Closing Jewish Agency would harm Russia-Israel relations'

PM convenes emergency meeting on Russian govt. actions to liquidate the Jewish Agency.

Construction of Egypt's new nuclear plant begins

Construction of nuclear plant by Russia’s state-owned energy corporation begins on Egypt's north coast.

Priceless Fabergé egg seized from Russian oligarch’s superyacht

If genuine, jewelled egg would be one of 57 surviving Fabergés and worth millions.

Russian Justice Ministry seeks liquidation of the Jewish Agency

Russian Justice Ministry asks court to order the dissolution of organization which facilitates Jewish immigration to Israel.

Russian Amb: Lapid creating problems in Russia-Israel relations

Russia unhappy with harsh criticisms of its invasion of Ukraine Lapid made as Foreign Minister,

Russia to expand Ukraine war behind eastern Donbas region

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announces Moscow is expanding war beyond the eastern Donbas region.

Russia, Turkey and Iran vow to 'eliminate terrorists' in Syria

Putin, Erdogan and Raisi reaffirm determination to continue their ongoing cooperation to eliminate terrorists in Syria.

US warns:

Russia planning to annex additional Ukrainian territory

National Security Council spokesman: Russia laying groundwork to annex Ukrainian territory, in a similar manner to annexation of Crimea.

Bennett's warning to the Cabinet

Alternate PM warns during discussion on the Ukraine war Israel must maintain its freedom of action in Syria.

Ukraine Amb: Russia funding anti-Ukraine protests in Israel

Ambassador Yevgen Korniychuk claims there have been an increase in anti-Ukraine protests in Israel.

Russian state TV: ‘We’ll go all the way to Warsaw’

Russian state TV news show host warns Russia will invade Poland if US continues to send arms to Ukraine.

Preliminary grain export deal reached between Ukraine and Russia

Deal would see three Ukrainian Black Sea ports reopened to allow millions of tons of grain and cooking oil to be exported.

Ukraine optimistic on deal with Russia to resume grain exports

Deal to reopen Black Sea shipping could be implemented within weeks, according to a Ukrainian official.

White House: Iran delivering armed drones to Russia

Russia appears to be buying weapon-carrying drones from Iran after exhausting its supply during the war in Ukraine.

Putin to visit Iran next week

Russian president to join trilateral talks with Iranian and Turkish leaders in Tehran, as tensions rise between Ankara and Tehran.

US accuses Russia of antisemitism, exploiting Jewish suffering

White House drafts dossier of both antisemitism and taking advantage of the legacy of the Holocaust during its war with Ukraine.

Ukraine slams Russia’s proposed UNSC session on 'neo-Nazism'

Ukrainian Security Council envoy denounces Russia for inviting member states to a session looking at alleged 'neo-Nazism' in Ukraine.

Ukraine probing 21,000 alleged Russian war crimes

Ukrainian Prosecutor General announces that 200 to 300 new cases are being reportedly daily.

Jewish Agency:

'Kremlin didn't order us to end activities in Russia'

Agency says it received a letter from the Russian govt. but nothing ordering it to cease operations in Russia.

Report:

The Kremlin bars Jewish Agency from operating in Russia

Russian government orders Israel's Jewish Agency to halt all its operations in Russia.

Russia condemns Israel for 'aggression' in Syria

Russia demands 'unconditional cessation' of attacks in Syria.

European Union:

Emergency plan to bypass Russian energy announced

Emergency plan will rely on more efficient use of fuels and a new emphasis on expanding renewables.

Ukraine war:

Russian missile strike destroys apartment building, kills 19

Strike in resort village near Odessa kills 19 residents of apartment building and holiday camp.

Biden's haredi adviser speaks up on cyber threats from Iran

Anne Neuberger talks to Israeli media about cyberattacks by Russia & Iran. 'Russia has always used cyber as part of its geopolitical goals.'

Team Russia will not compete in Tel Aviv Maccabiah Games

Russian, Belarusian teams exit 21st Maccabiah Games, but Russians and Belarusians who made aliyah will be part of "Olim" team.

Russia launches missile attack on crowded Ukrainian mall

At least 13 dead and many injured after Russia fires barrage of missiles at busy shopping centre.

First Time In A Century:

As sanctions continue, Russia defaults on international bonds

For the first time since the Russian Revolution, Moscow fails to make its loan payments, as overdue loan expires.

Russian oil refinery near Ukraine hit by drone

Processing plant catches on fire after coming under attack by two drones.

Europe considers returning to coal in response to Russia

EU nations consider drastic measures as gas supply from Russia dwindles.

EU chief:

Russia blocking Ukrainian grain a 'war crime'

European Union’s foreign policy chief blasts Russia for blocking sea exports of Ukrainian grain during global food shortage.

Ukraine War:

Russia making gains in eastern Ukraine

Kyiv admits Moscow making inroads as Russian-backed militias capture city in eastern Ukraine.

Zelenskyy warns:

'Russia will intensify hostile activity this week'

Ukrainian President warns Russia is likely to intensify its "hostile activity" as Kyiv awaits a decision on EU membership.

'Rude provocation' - Russian warship violates NATO waters

Denmark accused Russia of 'aggressive provocation tactics' after a warship violated its territorial waters on two occasions.

Russia turns down prisoner swap for female basketball star

Russia turns down deal to swap WNBA star Brittney Griner for notorious weapons dealer serving 25 years for conspiring to kill Americans.

3 times in 1 day

Russia condemns Israel, again and again

Russia summons Israeli Ambassador following airstrike on Damascus airport attributed to Israel.

Russia condemns Israel:

'IAF air strike caused serious damage to Damascus Airport'

Russia condemns Israel following overnight air strike in Damascus: We demand that the Israeli side stop this evil practice.

Ukraine running low on ammunition

Ukraine is close to running out of ammunition as the country’s forces continue to fight against Russian troops.

Russia cracks down on critics of Ukraine war

Crackdown on government critics comes as Ukraine war shows no signs of ending.

Sanctions on Russian oil? A golden opportunity for India...

India buys up cheap Russian oil & sells it to the U.S. at over $30 per barrel profit.

Moscow Chief Rabbi in exile for refusing to support Putin's war

Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt currently has no plans to return to Moscow after resisting pressure to support Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Jewish philanthropist kicked off WJC due to US sanctions

God Nisanov becomes latest Russian Jewish billionaire philanthropist to face US sanctions.

US targets Russian yachts, Putin's inner circle with sanctions

Sanctions will go after Russian owned yachts, helicopters, jets and Putin's personal money manager.

West may let oligarchs buy their way out of sanctions

Western nations are in talks about letting Russian oligarchs purchase their way out of sanctions.

EU agrees on ban on most Russian oil imports

EU leaders announce ban on most Russian oil imports, after reaching a compromise deal with Hungary.

Lavrov on Putin's health:

'I don't think sane people can see some kind of illness in him'

Russian Foreign Minister denies speculations that President Vladimir Putin is ill.

Russian intelligence officer:

'Putin only has three years to live'

Senior Russian intelligence officer claims Russian President has “a severe form of rapidly progressing cancer”.

China, Russia veto UN resolution sanctioning North Korea

China and Russia veto US resolution calling for tougher sanctions against North Korea following latest missile tests.

Russia removes military age limit as Ukraine war continues

Russia passes legislation removing the age limit on military service as it continues to suffer losses in Ukraine.

Hillary Clinton 'personally approved' the Russia hoax

Former President Trump asked where he 'could go to get [his] reputation back,' after Hillary's Russiagate hoax was proven a lie.

Russia bans entry to numerous US Jews, including Chabad rabbis

3 Chabad rabbis blacklisted in Russia, along with hundreds of other American Jews - and the late Senator John McCain.

Russia, China hold nuclear military drill during Biden Japan trip

Russia and China conduct military exercise involving nuclear-ready bombers while U.S. President Joe Biden visits Japan.

Starbucks leaving Russia after 15 years

Starbucks is leaving Russia, closing all 130 stores in the country after 15 years in response to Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine.

Veteran Russian official resigns in protest of Ukraine war

Russian diplomat with 20-year career resigns in protest of Russia’s “aggressive war” in Ukraine.

Russia tests new laser weapon in Ukraine

Prototype for new laser weapons burned up a drone in seconds, Russian official says.

Why Russia’s claim of Denazification is a disgusting hypocrisy

A brief look at history shows how Russia has been murderously anti-Semitic through the centuries. Op-ed.

Russian soldier pleads guilty in first Ukraine war crimes trial

Russian soldier captured by Ukraine pleads guilty to war crimes in a Kyiv courtroom for killing of 62-year old civilian.

Watch: Russia deploys nukes to Finnish border following NATO bid

Russia has allegedly deployed a unit of Iskander nukes in retaliation for the country's bid to join NATO.

Report: Russians fire on IAF craft in Syria for 1st time

S-300 battery, which can only be operated by Russian officers, reportedly launches missile at IAF planes operating in Syria.

McDonald's leaving Russia after three decades

Fast food giant announces it is selling all its Russian restaurants, leaving the country after 30 years.