![]() Obama 'Prepared to Work With' Russia, IranUS President Barack Obama pledges to work 'with any nation' to solve Ukraine, Syria conflicts.![]() 172 Olim Escape War-Torn Ukraine for IsraelUkrainian immigrants welcomed home after experiencing the horrors of the civil war in Donetsk.![]() Old Hate in the New Ukraine: Neo-Nazification in ProgressThe shocking renaming of streets for Nazi collaborators is reminiscent of Abbas naming streets for terrorist murderers of Jews.![]() Ukraine Situation 'Deteriorating,' 7 KilledUkrainian military officials warn that relentless shelling in Donetsk has weakened 'key parts' of front line.![]() Ukraine Fears 'Full-Scale' Russian InvasionRenewed fighting in Ukraine causes international alarm; Ukraine, observers say Russia moved tanks and broke ceasefire.![]() Kerry in Russia to Press Putin over Ukraine, SyriaUS Sec. of State set to meet Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin; missile sale to Iran, Ukraine and Syria among the topics on their agenda.![]() 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.![]() IFCJ Donates $650,000 to Ukrainian JewryEmergency funds to bolster security, supplies to Jews caught in the line of fire between Kiev, pro-Russian rebels.![]() Putin Won't Go to Auschwitz for 70th AnniversaryEvent commemorating 70 years since the Red Army liberated the death camp to conspicuously lack Putin, who allegedly wasn't invited.![]() 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.![]() Emergency Aid Sent to Ukrainian Jewish RefugeesAs Rosh Hashana approaches, some 5,000 Jews remain homeless, despite ceasefire between government and pro-Russian forces.![]() Israeli Killed in Malaysia Airlines CrashItamar Avnon, 27, had survived elite IDF service and Operation Cast Lead before perishing in horrific crash.![]() 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.![]() Mixed Messages in Kiev as President Takes OfficePresident Petro Poroshenko sworn in Sunday amid mixed messages; promises amnesty as families begin to flee Slaviansk.![]() Military Assault in Ukraine Sparks Mass ExodusAccusations fly between Kiev and Moscow as thousands rumored to be seeking asylum.![]() Canada, Russia Trade Barbs Over Ukraine CrisisCanadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper faces awkward run-in with Putin this week, after denouncing Russia's role in the Ukraine crisis.![]() 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?![]() Britain's Prince Charles Compares Putin to HitlerBritain's future king made comments to Holocaust survivor at Canadian museum; Russian press not amused.![]() Report: Jewish Oligarch Threatened SeparatistsTapes surface claiming Jewish regional governor has placed a bounty on a major pro-Russian separatist leader, hired hit men for fire attack.![]() Kharkiv Mayor: Israeli Doctors Saved MeGennady Kernes in first interview since assassination attempt doesn't suspect anti-Semitic motive.![]() EU Targets Top Russians in Latest SanctionsSenior Kremlin aide and top Russian military commander among those targeted in latest round of EU sanctions.![]() 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.![]() Apartheid State? Israel?Kerry is an advocate for one side, not a broker.![]() Wounded Ukrainian Mayor on the MendGennady Kernes, who was shot last week in Kharkiv, has regained full consciousness and slowly recovering, officials say.![]() Aliyah from Ukraine SpikesA 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.![]() Pro-Russia Thugs Killed in Attack on Ukraine RallyPro-Russian attackers made 'a big mistake' attacking Ukrainian football hooligans; scores burned alive in revenge attack.![]() 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?![]() Obama and Merkel Threaten RussiaPresident Barack Obama and Chancellor Angela Merkel threaten "tougher and broader new sanctions" against Russia.![]() Ukraine: Pro-Russia Separatists Down Army AircraftClashes rage between Ukrainian gov't forces and rebel groups in eastern city of Sloviansk as Kiev seeks to regain control of the east.![]() Wounded Jewish Ukrainian Mayor Conscious AgainGennady Kernes on the mend as investigation into attack continues.![]() Neo-Nazis March in Lvov to Honor Ukrainian SSMarch for the Waffen, 14th volunteer division of the SS, irks local authorities. Is Neo-Nazism in Ukraine becoming endemic?![]() Ukraine 'Helpless' Against Pro-Russian GunmenActing president Alexander Turchinov insists eastern Ukraine being taken over by 'terrorist organizations,' says police 'helpless.'![]() Russia Says US 'Bringing Back the Iron Curtain'Moscow issues angry response, threatens retaliation, after western states level further sanctions on top Russian officials.![]() Russia Threatens 'Painful Response' to SanctionsRussia's deputy foreign minister threatens Washington after Putin's allies targeted in new sanctions.![]() Pro-Russian Militias Attack Jewish-Owned BankPro-Russian militants attack bank owned by Jewish-Ukrainian oligarch; follows shooting of Jewish mayor of Kharkiv.![]() Obama Slaps Putin's Pals with SanctionsU.S. president confirms sanctions will be placed on Russia Monday. They will target billionaires who are close to Russian leader.![]() U.S. Sanctions on Russia Coming MondayThe United States will impose further sanctions on Russia and will target Russia's defense industry.![]() West Preparing More Sanctions on RussiaNext round of sanctions will be more painful, U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew warns Moscow.![]() Ukraine: Separatists Seize a BusArmed separatists in Sloviansk seize a bus carrying international observers from the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe.![]() '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.![]() Ukrainian Synagogue FirebombedIncident marks the second such attack in as many months; comes at a particularly tense time for Ukrainian Jews.![]() 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.'![]() Ukraine: Obama Condemns Anti-Semitic PamphletsUS President says leaflets calling on all Jews to register in eastern Ukrainian city of Donetsk 'have no place in 21st century'.![]() Protestors Remain in Eastern Ukraine Despite DealPro-Russian separatists insist that deal reached between Russia, West 'does not apply' to them.![]() Kerry Slams 'Grotesque' Ukrainian Anti-SemitismNotices sent to Jews in eastern Ukrainian city seized by pro-Russian forces, ordering them to identify themselves and pay, or be deported.![]() Another Ukrainian Province Demands IndependencePro-Russian demonstrators storm government buildings in Donetsk, sparking fears of another annexation. |