Russia

Putin: Economic Crisis Will Conclude Within Two Years

At his annual end-of year conference, Russian President Vladimir Putin insists ruble will stabilize; blames 'outside factors' for crisis.

Russia Demands Israel Explain Airstrikes in Syria

In a letter to the UN, Russia complained about Israel's 'aggressive action,' and demanded such attacks never happen again.

Putin Calls Crimea Russia's 'Temple Mount'

While slamming western sanctions, Putin says annexed Crimea is sacred to Russians 'as Temple Mount is to Muslims and Jews.'

Expert: Poorer, Weaker Russia Dangerous to Israel

Oil's low price is likely to drive Russia to make deals with countries that do not have Israel's interests at heart, said a security expert.

Syrian FM Says Russia to Deliver Advanced S300 Missiles

Despite previous shipments being cancelled, Syrian foreign minister confident Russia will deliver advanced weapons.

Russia Dumps Summer Time; Israel Next?

While Israeli officials over the weekend extolled the extension of daylight savings time, Russians rolled back their clocks - permanently

ADL Slams 'Miss Hitler 2014' Beauty Contest

Russian social site finally takes down pageant asking women who 'hate Jews' to post 'sexy Nazi pics'; ADL warns of Russian anti-Semitism.

'Miss Hitler 2014': Anti-Semitic Beauty Pageant in Russia

Shocking anti-Semitic beauty pageant where contestants must upload a Nazi-themed photo with a caption explaining their love for Hitler.

Russia to Support Abbas's 'Deadline for Israel' Bid

Russia announces it will back PA head's plan to ask the United Nations to impose a deadline for Israel to withdraw from Judea and Samaria.

After Russia Ban on EU, Lithuania Turns to Kosher Meat Market

Hard hit by Russia ban on EU produce, Lithuania authorizes kosher and halal ritual slaughter amid general European push against kashrut.

Analysts Warn ISIS Terrorists May Attack Russia

Hundreds of Chechen jihadists in ISIS have directly threatened Putin, leaving Russia president with 'chronic nightmare' of returning terror.

Report: Israel Cans Ukraine Arms Shipment to Placate Russia

Reports indicate weapons shipment including drones was approved by Defense Ministry, nixed by Foreign Ministry.

Missile mishap?

Russia Says US-Israeli Iran Missile Simulation Failed

Russia claims to have found missile meant to be shot down in Arrow 2 missile defense test in Mediterranean Sea.

Paintings Stolen from Russian Jewish Museum

Five works of Russian Jewish painter Isaac Levitan stolen; haul worth over $2 million.

Russian Airlines Resume Flights to Israel

Following FAA measure, Russian airlines begin to lift their own ban on flights to Ben-Gurion.

Putin: 'I support the struggle of Israel'

Warm meeting between delegation of rabbis, led by Sephardic Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, and Russian leader.

Controversy as Britain's Prince Charles Compares Putin to Hitler

Britain's future king made comments to Holocaust survivor at Canadian museum; Russian press not amused.

EU Targets Top Russian Officials in Latest Sanctions

Senior Kremlin aide and top Russian military commander among those targeted in latest round of EU sanctions.

Pro-Russians Declare Ukraine Referendum Victory

Separatists in eastern Ukraine claim 89% voted for 'self-rule,' in what Ukraine and the West denounced as a 'criminal farce' by Russia.

Putin Makes it Illegal to Deny Nazi War Crimes

Russian President signs legislation introducing harsh punishments for justification or denial of Nazi war crimes.

Obama and Merkel Threaten Russia with Tougher Sanctions

President Barack Obama and Chancellor Angela Merkel threaten "tougher and broader new sanctions" against Russia.

Russia Accuses US of 'Bringing Back the Iron Curtain'

Moscow issues angry response, threatens retaliation, after western states level further sanctions on top Russian officials.

Next Round of U.S. Sanctions on Russia Coming Monday

The United States will impose further sanctions on Russia and will target Russia's defense industry.

Kerry Threatens Russia with More Sanctions Over Ukraine

Secretary of State says further Russian action in Ukraine will be an "expensive mistake."

Kerry Slams 'Grotesque' Ukrainian Anti-Semitism

Notices sent to Jews in eastern Ukrainian city seized by pro-Russian forces, ordering them to identify themselves and pay, or be deported.

Russian Jews Begin Passover Celebrations

Jews throughout Russia were preparing for the Passover Seder, with even far-flung communities preparing to celebrate

Ukraine Crisis

Russia's Jittery Neighbors Call for NATO Support

Move comes as Foreign Minister calls on Russia to end 'provocative actions' after gunmen seize more buildings in eastern Ukraine.

Ukraine Retakes Donetsk Building from Demonstrators

Ukrainian special forces move against pro-Russian demonstrators occupying a government building in Donetsk.

Domino Effect? Another Ukrainian Province Demands Independence

Pro-Russian demonstrators storm government buildings in Donetsk, sparking fears of another annexation.

Torah Scroll Inauguration At Ancient Russian Synagogue

130-year-old synagogue re-dedicated and Torah scroll inaugurated; Russian Chief Rabbi attends.

Congress Approves Sanctions on Russia, Aid to Ukraine

Congress easily passes an aid package for Ukraine that includes sanctions against Russia for annexing Crimea.

Obama Promises to Increase Russia's Isolation

"If Russia continues its current course, the isolation will deepen," says U.S. President as Russia remains unfazed by sanctions.

Ukrainian Defense Minister Fired Over Crimea Crisis

As concerns over other annexations snowball, Kiev chooses to oust military official.

Russia and Ukraine Hold Talks Over Crimea

Moscow, Kiev meet for the first time since Russia invaded Crimea. A lot is on the line, as the contents of the meeting remain unclear.

Russia Booted from G8, More Sanctions Possible

Russia's membership in the G8 suspended in the latest response to its annexation of Crimea.

Ukraine Withdraws Military From Crimea

Interim president orders withdrawal after Russia annexes and conquers nearly all bases in peninsula; concerns of continued aggression.

Russian Forces Storm Ukrainian Air Base in Crimea, Killing 1

Military takeover sparks media furor, just 24 hours after Russia annexes the peninsula. Are more takeovers to follow?

Russia Agrees to International Monitors in Ukraine

Russia accepts the deployment of an international monitoring team that will have free access to regions throughout Ukraine.

Russia Warns the West it May Side with Iran

Russia says it may revise its stance in the Iranian nuclear talks in retaliation for the West’s sanctions.

Ukrainian Far-Right MP Films Assault on Pro-Russian Broadcaster

MP for far-right Svoboda party in hot water after physically forcing TV broadcaster to sign resignation form, posting video online.

Ukraine PM: Russia Killed Soldier in 'War Crime'

The first person killed in the recent unrest in Crimea is a Ukraine soldier, upping the tension between Ukraine and Russia even further

Heading for a Showdown?

Ukraine Steps Up Defense After Russia Moves to Annex Crimea

Kiev digs trenches, allots billions to defense fund, recruits volunteers as Russia moves to annex Crimea.

Crimea Crisis

Putin Drafts Bill For Annexing Crimea

Russian president thumbs his nose at EU, US sanctions; bill still needs constitutional, parliamentary approval to annex.

Russia Official Recognizes Sovereign Crimea, Sparking Alarm

Referendum vote leads to official declaration of Crimea as 'independent state' by Moscow. But what does that mean practically?

Crimea Votes To Be Russian in 'Coerced' Referendum

93% of Crimean voters choose Russian annexation, US doesn't recognize 'rigged' vote given Russian occupation.

Crimea Heats Up Ahead of Referendum Vote

Artillery, propoganda, and rumors pour into Crimea, hours before a crucial vote to decide its Ukrainian or Russian nationality.

Conservatives Slam 'Obama Doctrine' Over Russia, Islamism

National Security Action Summit brings together conservative figures 'snubbed' by traditional 'CPAC' conference.

Palin Urges Tougher Approach Towards Putin

"The only thing that stops a bad guy with a nuke is a good guy with a nuke," says former Republican vice presidential candidate.

Crimea Votes to Join Russia

Crimean parliament votes to join Russia, raising the stakes in Russia-Ukraine standoff.

Video: Russians Soldiers Fire Warning Shots As Ukrainians March

Tense standoff as unarmed Ukrainian troops march to talk with Russian soldiers at air base, met by warning shots.

Turkey Scrambles Fighter Jets Over Russian Plane

Possible new front opens in Ukraine-Russia standoff, which has escalated with Russian missile tests and shots fired in air.

Russia Test Fires Advanced Ballistic Missile

Amid Ukraine tension, Russia carries out a successful test-launch of an RS-12M Topol ballistic missile.

Putin Pulls Troops from Training Near Crimea

16,000 troops in Crimea still stationed there, but Putin pulls new trainees back from Russia-Ukraine border after sanctions threats fly.

MK: Plans for Mass Aliyah from Ukraine Underway

Arutz Sheva speaks with MK Rina Frenkel on the status of Ukrainian Jewry and her push to bring them to Israel en masse.

Moscow: US 'Blind' to Ukrainian Government's Anti-Semitism

Russian slams US over 'unacceptable' threats about Crimea clashes, cites Kiev opposition's 'rampant Russophobia' and hatred of Jews.

Special Report:

Arutz Sheva's Man on the Ground: Ukraine Situation 'Grim'

Arutz Sheva's correspondent in Kharkov says Russia appears to be preparing for a full-blown invasion of Ukraine.

Ukraine Rabbi: Jewish Men Likely to Be Drafted for Possible War

The Ukraine Jewish community was steeling itself for troubled times, said Rabbi Moshe Wasserman, the Chief Rabbi of the country.

Republicans: Obama is 'All Talk and No Action' on Russia

Republican lawmakers called on President Obama to stop threatening Putin and take some action.

Ukraine: Military Reserves Called to Defend Against Russia

Reservists called up for urgent training as larger crisis with Russia looms large.

Did Sarah Palin Predict Current Ukraine Trouble?

Sarah Palin warned in 2008 that if Obama were elected, Putin would be encouraged to invade Ukraine. At the time, she was mocked.