News for Russia Bennett to meet Putin in Russia next weekPM to discuss Iranian nuclear program with Russian President in Sochi on October 22. Contacts underway for Bennett-Putin meetingThe meeting between the two is scheduled for this month, amid the negotiations on a nuclear agreement with Iran. Cornerstone laid for restoration of historic Russian synagogueThe Central Synagogue in Samara, which was once one of the largest and most beautiful synagogues in Europe, is being restored. Watch: Russia celebrates 1st 'royal' wedding in over a centuryThe last royal wedding took place prior to the Bolshevik Revolution and subsequent execution of the royal family. Scientist whose grandparents fled antisemitism in Russia wins Nobel Prize in medicineDavid Julius, grandson of Jews who fled Czarist Russia, wins this year's Nobel Prize for medicine. YouTube blocks Russian channels for violation of COVID protocolIn return, Russia threatened to block YouTube in the country. Watch: 'Deepfake' Bruce Willis appears in Russian commercialA Russian firm uses advanced technology to impose Bruce Willis' image onto the face of a local actor. World order: Consequences of the Afghanistan drawdownMoscow seeks to promote a multilateral world order led by the UN Security Council.permanent members Russia, the US, UK, China, France. Op-ed Lebanese TV issues formal apology for 'Ukrainian prostitutes' commentLebanese politician causes a diplomatic incident with Russia and Ukraine when he refers to women from those countries as 'prostitutes.' Watch: Students jump from windows during shooting in RussiaThe 18-year-old shooter posted to social media during the attack: 'I hate myself but want to hurt everyone who gets in my way.' European court: Russia poisoned defected spyAn international criminal court found that Moscow was behind the 2006 lethal poisoning of defected intelligence agent Alexander Litvinenko. Mass shooting at Russian universityAt least 6 killed when student opens fire at Perm University in Russia. Siberian Jews open region’s largest Jewish education center in TomskA century after communists close Siberia's synagogues, a new Jewish center is dedicated in Tomsk, Siberia.Russia fines Facebook, Twitter for 'banned content'Russia said to be trying to force the US-based companies to set up base on its soil in order to monitor its citizens. FM Lapid visiting Moscow for talks with Russian counterpartLapid is to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on behalf of the State of Israel. China pledges support for Taliban, lashes out at G7 threatsChina joined Russia, saying it will support the Taliban and continue policy of non-interference. Russian complaint against Israeli Olympic gold medal dismissedInternational Gymnastics Federation dismisses Russian complaint Israeli Linoy Ashram won gymnastics Olympic gold medal due to bias.Taliban era: China and Russia set up base while others pull outWhile Western nations rushed to evacuate their citizens and local staff, Russia and China assured the Taliban of their cooperation. 'Hitler should've finished the job, so I'll do it for him'Russian scientist, 82, beaten on Moscow bus by assailant seeking to ‘finish Hitler’s job.’ Russian police faked murder of rabbi to nab anti-Semitic gangRabbi fakes his death as part of police operation to break up anti-Semitic gang. Russian-Israeli billionaire sues UK journalist over Putin bookRoman Abramovich alleges he was defamed in a book chronicling Vladimir Putin's rise to power after the fall of the Soviet Union. How's Russia competing in the Olympics despite its doping ban?In 2019, Russia was banned from international sporting events for 4 years but 335 Russian athletes are participating in the Tokyo Games. Jewish vaulter Lilia Akhaimova helps Russia to gymnastics gold medal in TokyoLilia Akhaimova, a Russian Jewish gymnast, helps Team Russia earn group score netting them an Olympic gold medal. Russian official: Coordination with Israel ceased when new government took powerRussia no longer supports Israeli strikes in Syria, and is equipping the Syrians to defend themselves. Report: Iran and Hezbollah members killed in Israeli attacks in SyriaReports say a Hezbollah military commander and a senior Revolutionary Guards official were killed in air strikes attributed to Israel. Russia cracks down on book covers featuring swastikasMeasure also ensnares anti-Nazi books with swastikas, including book by comedian Stephen Fry about time travelling to erase Hitler's birth. Watch: Russians vaccinating house pets, wild animalsRussia began vaccinating domestic animals against COVID-19 about a month ago, claiming other countries are also interested in the treatment. Russian-associated hackers target US firms, demand $70 million in ransomA Russian-affiliated group of hackers targeted a U.S. technology firm, claiming to have locked up a million accounts & demanding ransom.Comparison of Israeli and Russian announcements of Bennett-Putin conversationIt is remarkable how different two versions of the same diplomatic event can be. Op-ed. All passengers on Russian flight presumed dead after debris found22 passengers and six crew members feared dead after debris of Russian plane located at sea. Investigation has been opened. Russian government hackers breach Republican National CommitteeSources say Russian government hackers breached the computer systems of the Republican National Committee last week.28 killed in plane crash in eastern RussiaNo survivors after passenger plane crashes in Kamchatka. Putin holds up Israel as a model of unity for Ukrainians and RussiansSlavic peoples should learn from Jews on how to unite, Russian president says. Watch: Russians don't realize they're getting 'wrong' vaccine experts deemed ineffectiveMany Russians complaining the vaccine they signed up for was swapped for another without their knowledge or consent. BBC: Classified docs on 'Russian provocation' found at bus stopA BBC report alleges almost 50 pages of secret info. regarding British warship that 'strayed' into Russian waters found 'in soggy heap'. Watch: The moment Russian ship fires 'warning shot' at UK vesselRussia released a video showing a coast guard vessel warning a British ship it was violating its border and firing a warning shot last week. Putin denies Russia will provide satellites to IranRussian Pres. Putin: Claims Russia will provide satellites to Iran 'nonsense.' Israel concerned by Russian satellite to be provided to IranThe advanced satellite system will give Tehran the ability to track military bases in Israel. Report: Russia to supply Iran with advanced satellite systemThe system will give Tehran an unprecedented ability to track military bases in Israel. Russia outlaws Navalny's organizationsMoscow court labels organizations founded by Russian opposition leader "extremist", essentially outlawing them. Russian money keeping Belarussian dictatorship afloatWith Belarussian regime facing international sanctions for the latest crackdown on local opposition, it continues relying on Russian aid. Coronavirus pandemic: Russia and Argentina declared 'red' countriesRestrictions on travel to and from seven countries extended as Health Ministry adds two more countries to 'red' list. Russia fines social media platforms for posting 'banned' contentA Russian court fined social media giants for failing to delete banned content voicing support for jailed opposition leader Navalny. Watch: Viral video compares U.S., Russian army ads'Raised by 2 mothers, I found my calling' - a video makes fun of U.S. army's pandering to 'WOKE' media. Is Russia targeting CIA operatives with 'energy weapon?'Fox News questions whether Russia has been targeting government officials & CIA agents with 'energy microwave weapon.'Florida announces state of emergency over pipeline cyberattackFlorida Governor Ron DeSantis urged Biden administration to take serious action following ransomware attack attributed to Russia. Russia ready to promote direct contacts between Israel and PARussian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says Russia is ready to facilitate direct Israel-PA dialogue.Watch: Russia tests supersonic cruise missile in Black SeaExperts are questioning if the Russian navy's supersonic cruise missile launch was intended to send a warning to US President Biden. Moscow Jewish community center set on fire and vandalized on Hitler's birthdayThe attack follows an incident late last year in which an intruder, unable to break in, defaced the outside of the building and a car. Russia: Iran nuclear deal safeguards Israel's security needsHead of Russian delegation to nuclear talks: We believe nuclear deal will correspond with the security interests of all states. Mysterious audio leak of Iran's FM: Russia tried to prevent dealExperts say a leaked interview of Iran's FM Javad Zarif that has set off a firestorm in the country couldn't have come at a worse time.Jailed Russian opposition leader Navalny to end hunger strikeNavalny, on advice from outside doctors, is ending his prison hunger strike after 24 days. Ukrainian ambassador: We asked Netanyahu to serve as a mediator with RussiaUkraine's ambassador to Israel: We asked Netanyahu to be involved as mediator because he has good relations with both Putin and Zelensky. Despite Russian threats: Dems reluctant to renew nuclear programWith a serious Russian buildup on Ukraine border threatening to destabilize region, US military commanders warn of an aging nuclear program.Putin: Anyone who crosses red lines will face harsh responseRussian president delivers warning to foreign rivals, accuses US of plotting coup, assassination in Belarus.Russia transfers Alexei Navalny to a prison hospitalThe move comes after the EU and the US warned they would hold Moscow responsible for the state of Kremlin critic's health. EU: Russian military buildup along Ukrainian border a 'matter of concern'Europe's foreign policy chief states it will only take “a spark” to set off a confrontation on Ukraine's border between West and Russia. |
