Ukraine

Israel condemns Russian strikes against Kyiv

Foreign Minister Sa'ar condemns Russian attacks on residential neighborhoods that left nearly 30 people dead in Ukraine's capital.

Missile strikes home of Chabad rabbi

In the early hours of Saturday morning, a Russian missile struck the home of Chabad Rabbi Moshe Weber in Dnipro, Ukraine.

Rabbis as a bridge between Israel and the diaspora

In new 'Jewish-Share' episode, Rabbis Moskovitz and Markovitz reflect on war, community resilience, and the growing bond between Jews in Israel and the Diaspora.

Miracle in Dnipro:

Missile hits Chabad home, family unharmed

Russian missiles hit a residential building in Dnipro over Shabbat, killing two and injuring dozens. The home of Chabad emissaries Rabbi Moshe and Shoshi Weber damaged, but the family escapes unharmed.

Israeli Foreign Minister meets with President Zelenskyy in Kyiv

In their meeting, the two discussed the importance of tightening bilateral relations between our nations, the war in Ukraine, and the situation in the Middle East, with an emphasis on Iran.

Kherson rabbi's miracle

Vehicle hit by drone, family emerges unscathed

Vehicle of Kherson’s rabbi struck by Russian drone during drive. Despite heavy damage to the car, the family escapes unharmed.

Sa'ar:

Israel to provide drinking water systems to Ukraine

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar informed Ukrainian Ambassador to Israel, Yevgen Korniychuk, that Israel will provide drinking water systems to serve hundreds of thousands of people in areas affected by Russian bombings.

Odessa:

Jewish orphanage bombed, dozens of children survive

A Jewish children’s home in Odessa, Ukraine, sustains heavy damage after a Russian missile with a heavy warhead exploded near the building.

'Papa, I'm OK':

Last words of Ukrainian girl killed by Iranian missile

Ukrainian paratrooper Artem Buryk is reeling after an Iranian missile strike killed his wife, daughter, and three other relatives in Bat Yam, Israel, but says that 'If I stop now, I don't know if I can ever start again.'

Ukraine War:

Jewish chef in elite unit killed in action

Tzvi-Hirsh Zurgazda, 32, married and a father of two, was killed in action on the front in Kherson. He is the third Jewish soldier to be killed in the Ukrainian army within about two weeks.

Zelenskyy hails 'brilliant' drone strike on Russian airfields

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy lauds a "brilliant" and "most long-range operation" as drones struck Russian strategic bombers at military airfields.

Operation Spiderweb:

Ukraine executes largest drone swarm attack to date

The drones were allegedly smuggled into Russian territory ahead of time and launched from seemingly ordinary cargo trucks. More than 40 Russian heavy bombers were reported damaged.

Between Sirens and Drones:

Kyiv Jewish community prepares for Shavuot

Despite ongoing attacks, Kyiv’s Jewish community marks Shavuot with Torah readings, support for soldiers and prisoners, and widespread aid distribution.

Zelenskyy to Putin:

'Meet me in Turkey—but only if you halt the fighting'

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says he will meet Putin in Turkey on Thursday if Russia agrees to a 30-day ceasefire. Russia has proposed talks without preconditions but ignored the ceasefire demand.

Threatens sanctions

Trump calls for 30-day Ukraine ceasefire

US President calls for a 30-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, warning of tougher sanctions if it's not observed. While Ukraine agrees to the proposal, Russia offers only a three-day pause.

Race Against Time:

Rabbis: Ensure Jewish soldiers are buried with honor

With Ukraine's military standardizing cremation, the two rabbis discussed emergency protocols, including Shabbat exceptions, to ensure Jewish war casualties receive burial in line with halakha.

US Patriot battery to be taken from Israel to Ukraine

Israel officially decommissioned its Patriot air defense systems a year ago.

Ukraine:

Kharkiv Holocaust memorial desecrated, Nazi salutes made

Ukrainian authorities urged to act after images surface showing three youths desecrating the Drobytsky Yar Holocaust memorial in Kharkiv. Two of them were seen giving Nazi salutes. Jewish Confederation of Ukraine demands justice, calling the act deeply offensive to the memory of Holocaust victims.

Ukraine:

Firebomb hurled at synagogue

Firebomb hurled at synagogue in Kryvyi Rih in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast as Passover ends.

Putin announces ceasefire for Easter

The President of Russia announced a ceasefire in honor of the Christian Easter until Sunday at midnight.

Trump blames Zelenskyy for starting war

'You don't start a war against someone 20 times your size and then hope that people give you some missiles,' US President Trump accuses Ukraine President Zelenskyy.

Ukraine War:

Small matzot sent to Jewish soldiers

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sent a Passover message to the Jews of his country: 'This is a special holiday marking a long-awaited liberation after long periods of suffering and slavery.'

Ukraine:

Soldiers on front lines to receive small matzahs

Federation of Jewish Communities of Ukraine completes complex logistical operation to distribute Passover kits to hundreds of Jewish soldiers serving on the front lines.

Why Trump's Ukraine policies have US Jews worried

Jewish People Policy Institute poll shows majority of US Jews fear President Trump's policy toward Ukraine will negatively impact Israel.

Report:

Trump Admin. has set date for full ceasefire in Ukraine

US seeks to have ceasefire by Easter as Russia drags its feet in negotiations in response to administration's rhetorical move against Ukraine.

Elon Musk:

'Cyberattack from Ukraine area targeted X'

Following hours long outage of X, Elon Musk claims his social media platform was targeted by a “massive cyberattack” originating from the “Ukraine area.”

Zelenskyy expresses regret for White House blowup

'Meeting at the White House did not go the way it was supposed to be. We would like future cooperation and communication to be constructive,' says President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

After clash with Zelenskyy

Trump pauses all military aid to Ukraine

Senior official says the pause will be in place until Trump determines that Ukraine is demonstrating a good-faith commitment to peace.

Russian Foreign Minister:

'Zelenskyy a pure Nazi and traitor to the Jewish people'

In latest criticism of Ukrainian President, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov calls him a “pure Nazi” and a “traitor to the Jewish people.”

Khamenei:

'Ukraine proves US support for puppet regimes is illusory'

Iranian Supreme Leader, a close ally of Vladimir Putin, mocks the disastrous visit Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had at the White House.

Tense Oval Office meeting

Trump and Vance scold Zelenskyy: You're not acting thankful

Meeting between Trump and Ukrainian President becomes tense as the sides exchange sharp words over US support for Ukraine and whether Zelenskyy had shown sufficient gratitude. Trump warns: You're either going to make a deal or we're out.

Judaism behind bars:

Ukraine's Prison Rabbi meets Chief Rabbi of Israel Prison Service

Rabbi Yonatan Markovitch, Chief Rabbi of Kyiv and the Chief Rabbi of Ukraine's Prison System, met with his Israeli counterpart, Chief Prison Rabbi Eyal Salman, to foster collaboration and discuss halachic issues concerning inmates.

Babi Yar:

Zelenskyy marks 80 years since liberation of Auschwitz

President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, participated today in a ceremony at Babi Yar, marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau extermination camp.

Ukraine:

Man arrested after damaging historic Hanukkiah in Lviv

Rabbi Mendy Gottlieb, Chabad emissary in the city, says the vandalism is "a very unusual incident that does not reflect the attitude of the residents".

Antisemitism in Ukraine:

Firebomb thrown at Chabad synagogue in Mykolaiv

The perpetrator, who was captured on security cameras, flees scene. Fire extinguished by synagogue guard. No injuries, but the building's door damaged.

Jews visiting Uman subject to significant restrictions

Breslov hasidim visiting Uman, Ukraine, warned photographing security forces, checkpoints, or military facilities may be arrested on suspicion of espionage.

Ukraine:

Zelenskyy lights Hanukkah candles in presidential bunker

At Zelenskyy's request, the ceremony featured an ornate menorah he received from Argentine President Javier Milei during his inauguration.

Ukraine:

'We are the new Mossad'

Ukrainian intelligence services are using tactics made famous by Israel to target Russian leadership as the war between the two countries wears on.

Mixed outcomes for embattled democracies

European leaders have had neutral-to-negative stances on Israel and shown overwhelming support for Ukraine, where the Trump White House is likely to take the opposite stance on both issues. Opinion.

Massive Russian attack cuts power in western Ukraine

One million people in western Ukraine lost electricity today due to a massive Russian attack on energy infrastructure.

In memory of Rabbi Kogan:

Two adults in Ukraine circumcised and named after Rabbi Kogan

Two adult Jews from Odessa were circumcised yesterday and named after Rabbi Zvi Kogan, the Chabad emissary who was murdered in the United Arab Emirates.

Zelenskyy:

'Confident that the war could end in 2025'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is open to proposals from leaders of African, Asian, and Arab countries on how to end the war: I also want to see the proposals from the new US President.

Zelenskyy:

'Israel made a mistake because its leaders were afraid of Putin'

Ukrainian President praises destruction of Iranian missile production sites by Israel, but laments lack of direct support from Israel following Russia's invasion in interview with Fox News' Yingst.

Biden allows Ukraine to use long-range US weapons

US President approves Ukraine’s use of advanced long-range American weapons within Russian territory.

Zelenskyy:

'The war will end faster once Trump takes office'

Ukrainian President suggests that Russia's war in Ukraine could conclude "faster" once Trump assumes office. "We must do everything to ensure that the war ends next year through diplomatic means."

Ukraine denies reports of race for nuclear weapons

German media alleges that Ukraine seeks a new deterrent amid growing fears that Trump will withdraw US support for the war against Russia.

'Confident he will facilitate peace'

Ukrainian Jewish communities congratulate Trump

Rabbi Mayer Stambler, Chairman of the Jewish Communities of Ukraine, issues statement congratulating US President-elect Donald Trump: The Biblical values he champions will undoubtedly guide the world toward a better future.

Kyiv Jewish school damaged in early-morning Russian drone strike

A Russian drone struck the Perlina school in Ukraine's capital causing significant structural damage. Nine people were injured as a result of the same attack in an adjacent multistory residential building.

Transportation Min. intervenes, thousands of hasidim return home

Thousands of Israelis stranded abroad after visiting Uman, Ukraine, over the Rosh Hashanah holiday return home with the help of the Transportation Ministry.

Interior Minister responds to Breslov hasidim stranded abroad

Interior Minister Moshe Arbel apologizes, says he cannot help Breslov hasidim return home from Uman, notes, 'There was a travel warning.'

Thousands of Breslov hasidim unable to return home from Uman

Two days after the conclusion of the holiday and following Sabbath, thousands of Breslov hasidim who traveled to Uman for Rosh Hashanah are still unable to board their flights home.

Zelenskyy attends memorial on anniversary of Babi Yar massacre

Memorial ceremony was held at the Babi Yar killing site, marking 83 years since the massacre of Kyiv’s Jews, who were murdered by the Nazi Germans and their collaborators in 1941.

Report:

Ukrainian special forces raid Russian base in Syria

The Khimik group of Ukraine’s Main Directorate of Intelligence (HUR) raided a Russian base used to manufacture and test strike UAVs southeast of Aleppo.

Ukrainian Embassy:

'Refrain from visiting Uman this year'

The Cherkasy Regional Military Administration is urging Jews not to make the annual pilgrimage to the town of Uman as the war with Russia continues.

Ukrainian Chief Rabbi's adopted son killed in war with Russia

Chief Rabbi of Ukraine Moshe Azman announced the funeral of his adopted son Matityahu (Anton) Samborsky

Ukrainian Foreign Minister resigns position

Over 50% of the Cabinet of Ministers’ staff to be changed, Ukraine Parliament's Davyd Arakhamia says.

Netanyahu and Zelenskyy discuss Uman pilgrimage

Netanyahu discussed the situation in the region with Zelenskyy and raised the issue of tens of thousands of Israelis traveling to Uman for Rosh Hashanah.

Netanyahu and Zelenskyy discuss situation in the Middle East

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speak by phone. Zelenskyy's spokesman says Netanyahu "expressed support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine."

US urges citizens: Don't travel to Ukraine for Rosh Hashanah

In light of ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, US calls on citizens to refrain from traveling to Uman for the holiday of Rosh Hashanah.

US urges citizens:

'Do not travel to Uman for Rosh Hashanah'

US State Department warns citizens against traveling to Uman, Ukraine, for the annual Rosh Hashanah celebration at the burial place of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov.