Ukraine War

Ukraine official:

'Israel has taken on a complex but noble mission'

'First results' of 'intensive dialogue' with Israel are already here, top Ukrainian official says.

Foreign Minister:

Israel will comply with international sanctions on Russia

Foreign Minister Yair Lapid declares: 'Israel will not be a route to bypass sanctions on Russia'

Pregnant mother and baby die in Mariupol bombing

The Associated Press has learned that a pregnant woman and her baby died after Russia bombed the maternity ward where she was

Report:

Russia asking China for military aid for Ukraine invasion

US official claims Russia seeking financial and military aid from China for ongoing assault on Ukraine.

Saving lives in Ukraine and then again in Ashdod

On Sunday, a woman fainted while waiting for a bus in Ashdod. She was only a few days in Israel after fleeing from Ukraine due to the war.

Watch: Elderly Ukrainian couple confront armed Russian soldiers

An elderly Ukrainian couple stood up to Russian soldiers who broke onto their property, earning praise from the US Embassy.

Zelenskyy again urges Ukraine no-fly zone

Ukrainian President says NATO countries will be attacked by Russian rockets if they don't impose no-fly zone over his country.

State to Supreme Court:

'Reject petition against refugee outline'

State responds to Ukrainian Embassy's appeal against refugee plan, says Supreme Court should reject it.

Senior Ukrainian official:

'The Russians appear ready to compromise'

Senior Ukrainian official says Ukraine understands Israel's position on the war.

'We're waiting for you'

Jerusalem removes flags from Old City light display amid protest

Jerusalem municipality lights up walls of the Old City with Ukrainian and Russian flags - sparking protests over Russian flags inclusion.

Putin's War:

'Never forget that Putin was a KGB agent'

Former Moscow CIA station chief gives intelligence insight into the Russian invasion and discusses Israel being caught in the middle.

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Ayelet Shaked refuses to lift quotas on Ukrainian refugees

Interior Minister holds press conference responding to pressure from Ukraine and other Israeli ministers to lift quotas on refugees.

Chief Rabbi: Israel should give refuge to all in need

"Anyone who flees from the enemy should be able to stay in Israel until he can return home," says Rabbi Lau.

Former pilot: 'Ludicrous' that U.S. would consider no-fly zone

Retired F-16 pilot slams the Biden administration for even considering imposing a no-fly zone over Ukraine.

'Maniac threatening the world with nukes,' - former NATO chief

Former NATO Chief of Staff says Putin is taking advantage of 'weak' leadership in Washington to terrorize an entire country into submission.

Settlement leader on Ukrainian border: Come to Samaria!

Yossi Dagan brought delegation to Romanian border, offering concrete help to bring Jewish families to Israel.

'People have been living in cellars for a week'

While millions have fled their homes, many still remain in beleaguered Ukraine, Ukraine's Chief Rabbi relates.

Russia bans Instagram for threats to assassinate Putin

The social network is the latest media outlet to be banned by the Kremlin.

Watch: Ukrainian refugees turned away by U.S. border patrol

Despite government promises, the U.S. is turning back Ukrainian refugees at its southern border due to 'COVID-19 restrictions.'

Moscow confirms: Syrian mercenaries in Ukraine

Russia's Defense Minister confirmed rumors of 16,000 Syrian mercenaries flown in to join the fighting in Ukraine.

Watch: Russian officer shut down for mentioning war losses

A Russian officer is immediately shut down by the show director after mentioning the fact that soldiers were being killed in Ukraine.

Watch: Ukrainian mayor kidnapped by Russian troops

Hundreds of Ukrainians took to the streets after Russian troops were seen kidnapping a local mayor in broad daylight.

"Never again" again?

After every atrocity, someone intones “never again,” and someone else will intone “never again” after the next. But what about now?Op-ed

Terrifying: Ukrainian volunteers disarm unexploded Russian bomb

One person poured water on the device, as another carefully unscrewed the unexploded bomb while shelling continued.

Israel set to host largest number of Ukrainian refugees to date

As a record number of Ukrainian refugees are set to land in Israel today, the country is accusing Israel of denying free entry to citizens.

ANALYSIS:

Beware of the Russian bear trap

Dragging Russia into the "swamp" of a bloody guerrilla war is a brilliant US tactical victory, but perhaps a fatal strategic mistake.Op-ed.

Captured soldiers say they will be executed if returned home

Russian troops taken captive in Ukraine say they’ll face a 'firing squad' if a prisoner exchange comes to fruition.

Rabbi: How should we relate to people in Ukraine's war zone?

As Torah-true Jews, should we ignore it or pray for those in the war zone, feel vindicated because of their history, or actively help them?

'Nerves or outright stupidity?' - Kamala Harris's strange laugh

The Vice President continued 'cackling at her own jokes' after being a very serious question about Ukrainian refugees in Poland.

Disturbing developments from war in Ukraine

Russian tanks shelled civilian buildings as the war in Ukraine continues to escalate.

Ukraine warns:

'Today it’s Ukraine, tomorrow it will be the whole of Europe'

Watch: Ukraine’s Minister of Culture posts a video showing Paris being bombed as a warning to Europe that Russia will stop at nothing.

Report:

Russia open to talks with Ukraine in Jerusalem

Ukrainian President said earlier that Jerusalem could be a good site for talks with Russia on ending war.

Mariupol, Ukraine:

Satellite images show heavy damage to civilian structures

Footage from Ukrainian port city shows firing on apartment buildings, tanks driving through the streets.

Ukrainian ambassador to Israel files suit against Interior Min.

The Ukrainian ambassador to Israel has petitioned the Supreme Court for an injunction against Shaked's restrictions on Ukrainian refugees.

Bennett, Zelenskyy, discuss ways to end war in Ukraine

In phone call lasting over an hour, Israeli PM Bennett and Ukrainian Pres. Zelenskyy discuss ways to end the war in Ukraine.

Former Justice Min.: 'Those who come to Israel don't leave'

MK Amir Ohana, former Justice Min., opposes accepting Ukrainian refugees. 'Any child who says 3 words in Hebrew - try getting him to leave.'

Biden’s and Zelensky’s 'Mutually Assured Delusion' will be MAD

Zelensky must have been assured of overt, full and active American military support that was never going to happen. Opinion..

Diaspora Min. to demand committee for refugee absorption

'Israel must adapt itself to the new situation which has been created,' Diaspora Min. Nachman Shai says.

Exposed:

Bennett's conversation with Zelenskyy

'Take Putin's offer to end the war,' PM Bennett suggested to Ukraine's Pres. Zelenskyy. 'I heard you,' Zelenskyy responded.

‘Jewish soup’ keeps soldiers & refugees warm at Ukrainian border

‘Everyone likes our food and they come to eat here from all over the place,’ retired Israeli-Romanian cook volunteering at the border says.

Ukrainian official:

Bennett told Zelenskyy he should accept Putin's proposal

Official in Prime Minister’s Office denies that Bennett recommended to Zelenskyy that he take Putin's offer to end war.

Canadian Jews express 'horror and grave concern' over Ukraine

200 Canadian Jewish institutions sign joint statement in solidarity with the Ukrainian people.

Ukrainian Ambassador:

'We expected more from the Israeli government'

Ukraine’s Ambassador to Israel: The Ukrainian President has a Jewish mom, he had more expectations.

Russia seeking out foreign volunteers to fight in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin is calling for foreigners to volunteer to fight with Russia against Ukraine.

YouTube blocks Russian state-funded media channels

YouTube says Russia's invasion of Ukraine falls under its violent events policy.

Top US official:

'We expect Israel to join the sanctions against Russia'

Under Secretary of State to Israeli TV: You don’t want to become the last haven for dirty money that’s fueling Putin’s wars.

US downgrades trade status with Russia

Biden announces that the US will downgrade its trade status with Russia and also ban imports of Russian seafood, alcohol and diamonds.

Mystery drone from Ukraine crashes in Croatian capital

Drone that was tracked over multiple NATO member states flies from Ukraine to Croatia where it crashed outside capital Zagreb.

Aid worker rescues 1,000 Jewish refugees from Ukraine

Jewish aid worker from London rescues over 1,000 Jewish refugees from Ukraine, including 270 orphans.

Canada announces sanctions on Russian billionaire

Canada sanctions Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, following UK's move one day earlier.

Russia-Ukraine talks taking positive turn?

Russia's Pres. Putin reports 'positive shifts' in talks, as Ukraine's Pres. Zelenskyy says war 'reached a strategic turning point.'

Israel's Chief Rabbi Lau visits Ukrainian refugees in Moldova

Chief Rabbi David Lau visits refugees and humanitarian volunteers in Moldova, accompanies 150 Ukrainian refugees back to Israel.

Ukraine War:

Jewish organization steps in to provide mental health support

Chai Lifeline offers mental health support and resources to those impacted by Ukraine war.

Japan claims disputed islands annexed by Russia after WWII

With the world's focus on Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Tokyo is again claiming an island archipelago under Russian occupation.

Kremlin insider: Russian 'yes-men' afraid to give Putin bad news

Russia's Foreign Minister under Yeltsin urges the West to stop being so afraid of Putin, whom he sees as a dictator on the way out.

Is Biden afraid to 'provoke' Putin?

Despite Ukraine's recent battlefield victories, experts believe the US administration is afraid of provoking Putin into further aggression.

Listen to Zelensky

Substitute Israel for the UK in this article..Idea:To help the refugees,support Poland financially so they can return home later. Op-ed.

Foreign Minister Lapid to leave for diplomatic visit to Europe

Foreign Min. Lapid to meet with top officials from Romania, Slovakia, to discuss Ukraine war.

Zelenskyy: 'No chemical weapons were developed in our land'

Ukraine Pres. denies allegations of chemical weapons manufacture, warns Russia will suffer 'most severe sanctions' if it uses such weapons.

Sanctioned by the West: Jewish oligarchs give to Jewish NGOs

Jewish tycoons targeted by Western sanctions for allegedly financing Putin's regime also support various Jewish and Israeli causes.