Ukraine War

Russian Amb: Lapid creating problems in Russia-Israel relations

Russia unhappy with harsh criticisms of its invasion of Ukraine Lapid made as Foreign Minister,

Russia to expand Ukraine war behind eastern Donbas region

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announces Moscow is expanding war beyond the eastern Donbas region.

Watch: Michigan man tells of imprisonment by the Russians

A US native was taken captive by the Russians and accused of being an American spy during the first days of fighting in Ukraine.

US warns:

Russia planning to annex additional Ukrainian territory

National Security Council spokesman: Russia laying groundwork to annex Ukrainian territory, in a similar manner to annexation of Crimea.

Bennett's warning to the Cabinet

Alternate PM warns during discussion on the Ukraine war Israel must maintain its freedom of action in Syria.

Watch: 'China invades Russia': Anti-war cartoon goes viral

The popular cartoon released new episodes about China invading Russia - 'just because'.

Zelenskyy fires two law enforcement officials

Ukrainian President fires prosecutor general and security chief amid cases of suspected treason by Ukrainian law enforcement officials.

Watch: Russia intensifies attacks, dozens of civilians killed

After a brief interval, Russian troops are intensifying their attack on Ukraine's cities and bombing residential areas at will.

Ukraine Amb: Russia funding anti-Ukraine protests in Israel

Ambassador Yevgen Korniychuk claims there have been an increase in anti-Ukraine protests in Israel.

Russian state TV: ‘We’ll go all the way to Warsaw’

Russian state TV news show host warns Russia will invade Poland if US continues to send arms to Ukraine.

Watch: The Afghan refugee commanding Ukrainian troops

Jalal Noory was just a child when he escaped the Soviet invasion of his country. Now, he's old enough to fight back.

Watch: Lone protester beaten for opposing war with Ukraine

The man has been detained and brutally beaten for his actions.

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Russia’s Jewish oligarchs: Where are they now?

Four months into Russia's invasion of Ukraine, how are the 18 Russian Jewish oligarchs fairing with sanctions and travel bans?

Israel to give helmets and protective equipment to Ukraine

Defense Minister Benny Gantz approves delivery of protective equipment to Ukraine.

Watch: Eurovision-winning band now fighting the Russians

The lead singer says one of his dreams is to visit Israel.

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15 dead after Russian missile destroys apartment building

'True hell.' Dozens trapped after missile hits apartment building in eastern Ukraine.

Biden unable to get basketball star released from Russian jail?

Fox News sounds off on Joe Biden's 'utter incompetency' as compared to Trump's ability to negotiate the release of American prisoners.

Zelenskyy:

Ukraine will not give up land in exchange for peace

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stresses that Ukraine will not give up any of its territory in exchange for end of Russian invasion.

Where are the lost Jews of Odessa?

Rabbi Shneur Vigler, a well-known rabbi from the Jewish community of Odessa, reports that members of his community are going through hell.

Israeli Ambassador:

'Biggest effect of Ukraine war on Israel yet to come'

Israel’s Amb. to Ukraine Michael Brodsky delivered the keynote address at the B’nai B’rith World Center-Jerusalem Award for Journalism.

Ukraine Amb: No Rosh Hashannah visits to Uman due to war

Ambassador says foreigners will not be allowed to make traditional pilgrimage to gravesite of famed hasidic sage this year.

Watch: POW freed from Russian captivity recounts her ordeal

A famous Ukrainian paramedic tells CNN about her harrowing experience in a Russian jail.

Moscow no longer has a chief rabbi

Exiled from Russia, Pinchas Goldschmidt is formally out as Moscow’s chief rabbi after 29 years.

Ukraine probing 21,000 alleged Russian war crimes

Ukrainian Prosecutor General announces that 200 to 300 new cases are being reportedly daily.

Watch: He was left for dead by the Russians

A taxi driver and father of four was taken prisoner along with 8 others and shot in a cold-blooded execution but lived to tell his story.

Watch: Russia fast-tracking adoption of Ukrainian children

The Ukrainian government is accusing Moscow of forcibly taking thousands of children - some of whose parents were killed by Russian forces.

Watch: US basketball star on trial in Moscow

The WNBA star and two-time Olympic gold medalist is accused of smuggling cannabis into Russia in what many say is a 'show trial'.

The Moishe House in Kyiv has become a safe haven during wartime

In Kyiv, young Jewish adults seek to renew community events, even during wartime.

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Russian missile strike destroys apartment building, kills 19

Strike in resort village near Odessa kills 19 residents of apartment building and holiday camp.

Boris Johnson: Putin 'perfect example of toxic masculinity'

The British head of state accused Putin of suffering from a 'small man syndrome'.

Watch: Is Ukraine approaching its end?

Some military analysts say Russia has reached all its military objectives to this point and is well on its way to taking over Ukraine.

Ukraine cuts ties with Syria for recognizing breakaway regions

Syria set to recognize the “independence and sovereignty” of Luhansk and Donetsk in eastern Ukraine.

300,000 NATO troops on high alert in response to Russian threat

The biggest force has been amassed along Russia's border since the Cold War.

Watch: The moment a Russian missile crashes into Ukrainian mall

According to Ukrainian officials, at least 20 people were killed in the attack, and dozens more injured.

Zelenskyy: Putin is ‘a terrorist’ leading a 'terrorist state'

Ukrainian leader slams Putin while urging the expulsion of Russia from the United Nations.

Watch: Biden accidentally repeats Russian talking points

The President unwittingly threw NATO under the bus at a time the alliance is mustering all its strength to help Ukraine.

Watch: 'Run this Russian over!' Ukrainians recount battle

'They are looting toilet bowls and women's underwear - they don't have the determination to fight,' says a Ukrainian soldier.

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Israeli doctor operates on Ukrainian girl in refugee camp

Hadassah Hospital physician performs operation on Ukrainian war refugee in camp on Ukraine-Poland border.

Russia launches missile attack on crowded Ukrainian mall

At least 13 dead and many injured after Russia fires barrage of missiles at busy shopping centre.

Watch: Zelenskyy threatens to 'find every Russian terrorist'

The Ukrainian leader issued a warning to Russia's 'terrorist' pilots after a bomb killed a number of civilians in the country's capital.

Putin to travel abroad for first time since Ukraine invasion

Russian president set this week to take first foreign trip since invasion of Ukraine four months ago.

Report:

US to purchase missile defense system for Ukraine

US will reportedly announce purchase of medium- to long-range surface-to-air missile defense system for Ukraine

Ukrainian unit commander: 80% of troops killed or injured

A commander of an elite Ukrainian marines unit says most of his top soldiers have been wounded or killed in battle.

Watch: Ukrainians using Russian weapons against their owners

Some units say that since the beginning of the war, they've attained more Russian weapons than they previously had in their own arsenal.

Watch: Russian rocket 'boomerangs,' nearly hits launchpad

In a dramatic turn of events, a Russian missile was recorded failing to launch and 'returning' to those who fired it.

Zelensky singles out Israel for not imposing sanctions on Russia

Ukraine's president uses virtual address at Hebrew University to rip Israeli government for not joining Western powers in sanctions regime.

MEMRI:

Venezuelan President: America trying to destroy Russia

Nicolás Maduro says the West is using the Ukraine war as an excuse to bring down Russia.

Watch: Israel reopens embassy in Kyiv

Despite Ukrainian accusations, it turns out Israel has helped the war-stricken country with vital supplies and life-saving treatment.

Watch: Ben Stiller meets Ukrainian President Zelenskyy

Actor Ben Stiller meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy while visiting Ukraine.

EU to accept Ukraine as candidate member in solidarity

Largely symbolic move seen as a statement against Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Russian oil refinery near Ukraine hit by drone

Processing plant catches on fire after coming under attack by two drones.

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'Nazi hunter' to head DOJ probe of Ukraine war crimes

US Attorney General announces Eli Rosenbaum, known foot his work in hinting ex-Nazis, to head team identifying war criminals in Ukraine war.

Born a Refugee — Welcomed into Jewish Community in Warsaw

Chabad of Poland organizes Bris (circumcision) for baby boy born just weeks after family escapes Ukraine

2nd American killed fighting in Ukraine

A number of American volunteers captured by the Russians are expected to be handed the death penalty.

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State Department: Second US citizen killed in Ukraine fighting

52-year old Florida resident killed during fighting in Dorozhniank, Ukraine.

Watch: Large explosion rocks Russian-occupied Ukrainian city

Plumes of smoke were seen billowing from a Russian-occupied city in what may have been a Ukrainian strike.

EU chief:

Russia blocking Ukrainian grain a 'war crime'

European Union’s foreign policy chief blasts Russia for blocking sea exports of Ukrainian grain during global food shortage.

'Morally bankrupt': Biden humiliated by Saudi Arabia

The US President continues blaming Russia for rising gas prices, while he, himself, is on a campaign to sabotage the industry.

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Russia making gains in eastern Ukraine

Kyiv admits Moscow making inroads as Russian-backed militias capture city in eastern Ukraine.

Zelenskyy warns:

'Russia will intensify hostile activity this week'

Ukrainian President warns Russia is likely to intensify its "hostile activity" as Kyiv awaits a decision on EU membership.