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What about the Ukraine crisis? Ho hum

Diminishing media attention for the Ukraine crisis is an anomaly compared to other global crises as it is a priority amonng leaders.Op-ed.

What about the Ukraine crisis? Ho hum

Impact of the Russian gas crisis on Europe’s future

Talk of an energy crisis in Europe is no longer just speculation, but reality. Russia refuses payment in euros. Op-ed.

Impact of the Russian gas crisis on Europe’s future

INTO THE FRAY:

No one will come

International agreements involving abdication of strategic assets in exchange for vague 'assurances' of future support are worthless.Op-ed.

No one will come

When They Showed Up At His Door, There Was No Turning Back

Just days after the war started Yisroel Meir was amazed when over 200 people showed up at his door seeking refuge.

When They Showed Up At His Door, There Was No Turning Back

Tit for tat:

Russia imposes sanctions on Joe Biden

Russia retaliates to US sanctions with announcement of sanctions against US officials, Hilary Clinton, and Hunter Biden.

Russia imposes sanctions on Joe Biden

Russian missile strikes Chabad yeshiva in Kharkiv

Chabad emissary in Ukraine: Despite shelling of our institutions, we will rebuild.

Russian missile strikes Chabad yeshiva in Kharkiv

Report: New York Times reporter shot dead in Ukraine

Videojournalist Brent Renaud killed, another reporter wounded when Russian troops open fire on car carrying journalists in Irpen.

Report: New York Times reporter shot dead in Ukraine

Lapid to visit Romania-Ukraine border

Foreign Minister to meet Romanian counterpart, PM, Jewish Agency rep, and see Ukrainian refugees coming into Romania

Lapid to visit Romania-Ukraine border

Israeli Amb. to Ukraine:

'Zelenskyy recognizes Israel's ability to mediate'

Ambassador Michael Brodsky says not to 'judge a person in his grief' in response to criticism from Ukrainian Defense Minister against Israel

'Zelenskyy recognizes Israel's ability to mediate'

Zelenskyy adviser: Russia acts like Hamas

Ukrainian negotiator and head of President Zelenskyy's office Mikhail Podolyak rejects reports Bennett advised Ukraine surrender to Russia.

Zelenskyy adviser: Russia acts like Hamas

War Forces Local Jews To Flee on Shabbat

The principle of saving lives take precedence.

War Forces Local Jews To Flee on Shabbat

Emergency medical staff in Ukraine operating under curfew

"HATZALAH Ukraine" teams are currently operating in major cities of Kiev and Odessa, assisting in emergencies.

Emergency medical staff in Ukraine operating under curfew

Bennett speaks with Putin about war in Ukraine

Kremlin says Bennett suggested mediating talks between Russia and Ukraine, but Putin refused the offer.

Bennett speaks with Putin about war in Ukraine

Former Trump Envoy:

Ukraine crisis teaches Israel not to rely on allies

Jason Greenblatt, former Trump admin Middle East envoy, condemns European nations for not stepping up militarily to come to Ukraine's help.

Ukraine crisis teaches Israel not to rely on allies

US credibility hits an all-time low over Ukraine

Biden’s ‘victory’ against Putin ignores what Putin has gained from the crisis and what America has lost. Op-ed.

US credibility hits an all-time low over Ukraine

Where are the Jews of Ukraine going - and who's staying?

"We are not panicking," says Ukraine's Chief Rabbi. Not everyone is leaving - one flight to Israel was postponed due to low demand.

Where are the Jews of Ukraine going - and who's staying?

Lapid shares concerns with Ukraine Deputy Foreign Minister

Lapid shares concerns over escalating crisis in Ukraine with Emine Dzhaparova, Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister to Ukraine.

Lapid shares concerns with Ukraine Deputy Foreign Minister

Why Israel must avoid involvement in Russia-Ukraine crisis

Any move made by Israel impacts on Jews worldwide, explains Diaspora Affairs Minister Nachman Shai.

Why Israel must avoid involvement in Russia-Ukraine crisis

German navy chief resigns over remarks on Ukraine

A highly ranked officer in the German Navy has asked to be relieved of duty after making controversial remarks about the Ukraine crisis.

German navy chief resigns over remarks on Ukraine

America's most fateful policy error: Ukraine and NATO

America's leaders seem to have little grasp of geopolitical concerns, while NATO has actually caused the avoidable Ukraine crisis. Op-ed.

America's most fateful policy error: Ukraine and NATO

Witnesses: Fighter jets shot down MH17

Nearly two years after Malaysia Airlines plane plummets over Ukraine, witnesses now say they saw it shot down from the air.

Witnesses: Fighter jets shot down MH17

Special report

Read, don't war: Jewish education for Ukrainian Jewish refugees

Jewish community provides shelter, employment, and education for Ukrainian refugees. Refugees: We feel safe here.

Read, don't war: Jewish education for Ukrainian Jewish refugees

'Ukraine stands with the State of Israel'

Ukrainian president Petro Poroshenko draws commonalities in Jewish, Ukrainian struggles for independence during state visit.

'Ukraine stands with the State of Israel'

Obama 'Prepared to Work With' Russia, Iran on Syria Conflict

US President Barack Obama pledges to work 'with any nation' to solve Ukraine, Syria conflicts.

Obama 'Prepared to Work With' Russia, Iran on Syria Conflict

Safe Landing: 172 Olim Escape War-Torn Ukraine for Israel

Ukrainian immigrants welcomed home after experiencing the horrors of the civil war in Donetsk.

Safe Landing: 172 Olim Escape War-Torn Ukraine for Israel

Old Hate in the New Ukraine: Neo-Nazification in Progress

Old Hate in the New Ukraine: Neo-Nazification in Progress

Ukraine Situation 'Deteriorating,' 7 Killed

Ukrainian military officials warn that relentless shelling in Donetsk has weakened 'key parts' of front line.

Ukraine Situation 'Deteriorating,' 7 Killed

Ukraine Fears Imminent 'Full-Scale' Russian Invasion

Renewed fighting in Ukraine causes international alarm; Ukraine, observers say Russia moved tanks and broke ceasefire.

Ukraine Fears Imminent 'Full-Scale' Russian Invasion

Shades of the Cold War as Kerry Seeks Detente with Russia

US Sec. of State set to meet Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin; missile sale to Iran, Ukraine and Syria among the topics on their agenda.

Shades of the Cold War as Kerry Seeks Detente with Russia

Putin Warns Israel: Do Not Send Arms to Ukraine

Moscow threatens that sending arms to Kiev in retaliation for S-300 missile agreement with Iran will raise the death toll.

Putin Warns Israel: Do Not Send Arms to Ukraine

IFCJ Donates $650,000 to Ukrainian Jewry

Emergency funds to bolster security, supplies to Jews caught in the line of fire between Kiev, pro-Russian rebels.

IFCJ Donates $650,000 to Ukrainian Jewry

Putin Won't Go to Auschwitz for 70th Anniversary of Liberation

Event commemorating 70 years since the Red Army liberated the death camp to conspicuously lack Putin, who allegedly wasn't invited.

Putin Won't Go to Auschwitz for 70th Anniversary of Liberation

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.

Kerry Heads to Rome to Talk 'Palestinian State'

Ukrainian Jews Say Anti-Semitism Being Overhyped by Moscow

Ukrainian Jewish leaders claim anti-Semitism is much worse in France and even UK, suggest Russia playing it up as a political ploy.

Ukrainian Jews Say Anti-Semitism Being Overhyped by Moscow

Emergency Aid Dispatched to Ukrainian Jewish Refugees

As Rosh Hashana approaches, some 5,000 Jews remain homeless, despite ceasefire between government and pro-Russian forces.

Emergency Aid Dispatched to Ukrainian Jewish Refugees

Israeli Killed in Malaysia Airlines Crash Over Russia

Itamar Avnon, 27, had survived elite IDF service and Operation Cast Lead before perishing in horrific crash.

Israeli Killed in Malaysia Airlines Crash Over Russia

Malaysia Airlines Jet Crashes Over Russia-Ukraine Border

Foul play or terrorism? Stakes skyrocket in Moscow-Kiev conflict after 295 people die in apparent terror attack.

Malaysia Airlines Jet Crashes Over Russia-Ukraine Border

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.

Deputy Minister Fires at UNHRC's 'Lack of Shame'

Moscow, Kiev Reach 'Mutual Understanding' as Fighting Continues

Ukraine, Russia end peace talks and resolve to end fighting in the volatile east - as battles continue to rage in Slaviansk.

Moscow, Kiev Reach 'Mutual Understanding' as Fighting Continues

Ukraine's New Premier Vows: No Talks With Gangsters and Killers

President Petro Poroshenko sworn in Sunday amid mixed messages; promises amnesty as families begin to flee Slaviansk.

Ukraine's New Premier Vows: No Talks With Gangsters and Killers

Military Assault in Ukraine Sparks Mass Exodus

Accusations fly between Kiev and Moscow as thousands rumored to be seeking asylum.

Military Assault in Ukraine Sparks Mass Exodus

Canada, Russia Trade Barbs Over Ukraine Crisis

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper faces awkward run-in with Putin this week, after denouncing Russia's role in the Ukraine crisis.

Canada, Russia Trade Barbs Over Ukraine Crisis

Infighting Breaks Out in Ukraine's Donetsk

Donetsk separatists declare they are 'ready to defend' the region against local pro-Ukrainian militias, creating a multiple-front conflict.

Infighting Breaks Out in Ukraine's Donetsk

Tense Standoff in Battle for Donetsk Airport

Both sides claim victory prematurely in battle for eastern Ukrainian airport. But are Russian troops waiting in the wings?

Tense Standoff in Battle for Donetsk Airport

Moscow Pushing for Peace Before Kiev Vote

Vladimir Putin vows to work with the new Ukrainian government ahead of the Kiev vote. But is it too little, too late?

Moscow Pushing for Peace Before Kiev Vote

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.

Controversy as Britain's Prince Charles Compares Putin to Hitler

Report: Jewish Oligarch Threatened Separatists in Ukraine

Tapes surface claiming Jewish regional governor has placed a bounty on a major pro-Russian separatist leader, hired hit men for fire attack.

Report: Jewish Oligarch Threatened Separatists in Ukraine

Kharkiv Mayor: Israeli Doctors Saved Me

Gennady Kernes in first interview since assassination attempt doesn't suspect anti-Semitic motive.

Kharkiv Mayor: Israeli Doctors Saved Me

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.

EU Targets Top Russian Officials in Latest Sanctions

Referendum Vote Commences in Ukraine

Eastern Ukraine goes to the polls over the possibility of secession. But does it even matter?

Referendum Vote Commences in Ukraine

Despite Offer, Pro-Russian Militants Push Ahead with Referendum

'Civil war has already begun,' a separatist leader explained. 'We just voice what the people want.'

Despite Offer, Pro-Russian Militants Push Ahead with Referendum

Russia Urges Ukrainian Separatists to Stand Down

Vladimir Putin, in surprising about-face, calls back troops, urges pro-Russian gunmen in eastern Ukraine to postpone referendum.

Russia Urges Ukrainian Separatists to Stand Down

Apartheid State? Israel?

Apartheid State? Israel?

Wounded Ukrainian Jewish Mayor on the Mend

Gennady Kernes, who was shot last week in Kharkiv, has regained full consciousness and slowly recovering, officials say.

Wounded Ukrainian Jewish Mayor on the Mend

Aliyah from Ukraine Spikes

A total of 762 Jews from Ukraine arrived in Israel in the first four months of the year, compared to 315 in the first quarter of 2013.

Aliyah from Ukraine Spikes

Pro-Russian Thugs Killed After Attacking Ukrainian Unity Rally

Pro-Russian attackers made 'a big mistake' attacking Ukrainian football hooligans; scores burned alive in revenge attack.

Pro-Russian Thugs Killed After Attacking Ukrainian Unity Rally

Kiev 'At War' with Pro-Russian Rebels After 42 Killed

Bomb attack in Odessa kills 42 Ukrainians Friday, plunging region deeper into crisis. Is unrest turning into a civil war?

Kiev 'At War' with Pro-Russian Rebels After 42 Killed

Obama and Merkel Threaten Russia with Tougher Sanctions

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

Obama and Merkel Threaten Russia with Tougher Sanctions

Ukraine: Pro-Russian Separatists Down Two Army Helicopters

Clashes rage between Ukrainian gov't forces and rebel groups in eastern city of Sloviansk as Kiev seeks to regain control of the east.

Ukraine: Pro-Russian Separatists Down Two Army Helicopters

Wounded Jewish Ukrainian Mayor Regains Consciousness

Gennady Kernes on the mend as investigation into attack continues.

Wounded Jewish Ukrainian Mayor Regains Consciousness