![]() Ukraine Fears 'Full-Scale' Russian InvasionRenewed fighting in Ukraine causes international alarm; Ukraine, observers say Russia moved tanks and broke ceasefire.![]() 100 Ukrainian Jews Land in IsraelIFCJ brings Ukrainians fleeing violent Russia-Ukraine conflict in Donetsk to find new homes in central Israel.![]() Putin Warns Israel: Do Not Send Arms to UkraineMoscow threatens that sending arms to Kiev in retaliation for S-300 missile agreement with Iran will raise the death toll.![]() Kerry Heads to Rome to Talk 'Palestinian State'US Secretary of State to meet with Netanyahu, Russian FM over 'window of opportunity' to solve regional conflicts.![]() Ukrainian Jews: France, UK Much Worse for JewsUkrainian Jewish leaders claim anti-Semitism is much worse in France and even UK, suggest Russia playing it up as a political ploy.![]() Malaysian Jet Crashes Over Russia-Ukraine BorderFoul play or terrorism? Stakes skyrocket in Moscow-Kiev conflict after 295 people die in apparent terror attack.![]() Deputy Minister Fires at UNHRC's 'Lack of Shame'Danny Danon issues fierce condemnation of UN 'hypocrisy' after Israel repeatedly condemned over search for kidnapped teens.![]() Moscow, Kiev Reach 'Mutual Understanding'Ukraine, Russia end peace talks and resolve to end fighting in the volatile east - as battles continue to rage in Slaviansk.![]() Military Assault in Ukraine Sparks Mass ExodusAccusations fly between Kiev and Moscow as thousands rumored to be seeking asylum.![]() Infighting Breaks Out in Ukraine's DonetskDonetsk separatists declare they are 'ready to defend' the region against local pro-Ukrainian militias, creating a multiple-front conflict.![]() Tense Standoff in Battle for Donetsk AirportBoth sides claim victory prematurely in battle for eastern Ukrainian airport. But are Russian troops waiting in the wings?![]() Moscow Pushing for Peace Before Kiev VoteVladimir Putin vows to work with the new Ukrainian government ahead of the Kiev vote. But is it too little, too late?![]() Referendum Vote Commences in UkraineEastern Ukraine goes to the polls over the possibility of secession. But does it even matter?![]() Pro-Russian Militants Push Ahead with Referendum'Civil war has already begun,' a separatist leader explained. 'We just voice what the people want.'![]() Russia Urges Ukrainian Separatists to Stand DownVladimir Putin, in surprising about-face, calls back troops, urges pro-Russian gunmen in eastern Ukraine to postpone referendum.![]() Kiev 'At War' with Pro-Russian Rebels After 42 DieBomb attack in Odessa kills 42 Ukrainians Friday, plunging region deeper into crisis. Is unrest turning into a civil war?![]() Ukraine 'Helpless' Against Pro-Russian GunmenActing president Alexander Turchinov insists eastern Ukraine being taken over by 'terrorist organizations,' says police 'helpless.'![]() West Preparing More Sanctions on RussiaNext round of sanctions will be more painful, U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew warns Moscow.![]() 'Russia Wants to Start World War Three'Rhetoric between Moscow, Kiev escalates, as Russia accuses Ukraine of war crimes and Ukraine accuses Russia of war-mongering.![]() Escalation in Ukraine After Tortured Bodies FoundUkraine vows more 'counter-terrorism' operations in Donetsk after mutilated bodies found; US pledges support, warns Russia.![]() FM Wants to Bring Peace to Russia, UkraineForeign Minister Avigdor Liberman to meet with new Ukrainian PM, but refuses to take sides; urges reconciliation between Moscow, Kiev.![]() Moscow Accuses Kiev of Breaking Geneva AccordsRussian Foreign Minister accuses Ukraine of allowing 'extremists' to orchestrate events in Donetsk.![]() Five Killed in Eastern Ukraine as Clashes ContinuePro-Russian protestors clash again in Ukraine, amidst claims that military operations against separatists are temporarily suspended.![]() Neo-Nazism Raging in Ukraine?Amidst reports that pamphlets calling for Jews to 'register' are a hoax, Ukrainian PM vows to 'bring perpetrators to justice.'![]() Protestors Remain in Eastern Ukraine Despite DealPro-Russian separatists insist that deal reached between Russia, West 'does not apply' to them.![]() Expert: Russia Orchestrating Ukrainian ConflictFormer Israeli ambassador to Russia, in special interview, lends credence to Ukrainian claims that Russia is behind protests.![]() Catching Up? A Summary of Breaking NewsAs Yom Tov in the Diaspora ends Wednesday night, here is a summary of the biggest news stories to help our readers get up-to-date.![]() Ukraine 'On the Brink of Civil War'?Armored Ukrainian vehicles have been seized by pro-Russian protestors, raising concerns of an all-out war over regional tensions.![]() Ukraine Launches Deadly 'Anti-Terrorism' OperationAfter armed men storm government buildings, encourage uprising in Donetsk, Ukraine fights back; clashes kill one, injure 5.![]() Kiev Threatens Force in Eastern UkraineUkrainian Interior Minister insists that standoffs in three provinces over secession will end in 48 hours - by any means necessary.![]() Yanukovych: Referendums in Every DistrictOusted President Viktor Yanukovych calls for vote in every district 'for Russia or for Ukraine.'![]() Ukraine: Defense Minister Fired Over Crimea CrisisAs concerns over other annexations snowball, Kiev chooses to oust military official.![]() Russia and Ukraine Hold Talks Over CrimeaMoscow, Kiev meet for the first time since Russia invaded Crimea. A lot is on the line, as the contents of the meeting remain unclear.![]() Romney: Obama 'Naive' in Dealing with CrimeaCriticism against US's handling of the Crimean invasion grows, as Mitt Romney declares Obama's judgement 'faulty' in broadcast.![]() US Senator Compares Vladimir Putin, Adolf HitlerJohn McCain calls Crimea 'captive nation,' accuses Russian president of lying about further takeovers.![]() Russian Forces Storm Ukrainian Air Base in CrimeaMilitary takeover sparks media furor, just 24 hours after Russia annexes the peninsula. Are more takeovers to follow?![]() Ukraine Steps Up Defense After Crimea AnnexationKiev digs trenches, allots billions to defense fund, recruits volunteers as Russia moves to annex Crimea.![]() Putin Drafts Bill For Annexing CrimeaRussian president thumbs his nose at EU, US sanctions; bill still needs constitutional, parliamentary approval to annex.![]() Russia Officially Recognizes Sovereign CrimeaReferendum vote leads to official declaration of Crimea as 'independent state' by Moscow. But what does that mean practically?![]() Obama: We Won't Recognize Crimea ReferendumObama warns Putin that the results of the referendum in Crimea will never be recognized, hints at possible sanctions.![]() Crimea Heats Up Ahead of Referendum VoteArtillery, propoganda, and rumors pour into Crimea, hours before a crucial vote to decide its Ukrainian or Russian nationality.![]() Crimea Votes to Join RussiaCrimean parliament votes to join Russia, raising the stakes in Russia-Ukraine standoff.![]() Former Ambassador: Putin is Taking Obama SeriouslyFormer Israeli ambassador to Russia tells Arutz Sheva: Believe it or not, but Putin is taking Obama's threats seriously.![]() Obama Threatens Putin with 'Isolation'U.S. President Obama phones Russian President Vladimir Putin, tells him Russia violated international law with its incursion into Ukraine.![]() Armed Men Take Over Airport in Ukraine's CrimeaArmed men take over the military airport in the Crimea region, as the White House warns Russia not to intervene in Ukraine.![]() Kerry Warns Russia as Troops Head for BorderIntervention in Ukraine would be ‘a grave mistake,’ US diplomat warns as Russian warplanes head for border.![]() Russia Recalls Ukrainian Ambassador Amid UnrestRussia calls its ambassador to Ukraine back to Moscow for "consultations", cites "escalation of the situation." |