Jews in Ukraine

Zelensky to Ukrainian rabbis: 'We need greater support from Israel'

The Jewish population here has united its destiny with Ukraine and is actively shaping its future," Rabbi Kamintzky declared.

14/09/2023

High Holidays’ roll call of ruin, is heartbreakingly real for the Ukrainian Jews - opinion

For Ukrainian Jews, the terrible things we fear are an unfortunate reality.

By ALEX WEISLER/JTA
13/09/2023

Chabad of Poland launches appeal for Ukrainian, Polish Jews during Rosh Hashanah

Since the start of the war, Chabad of Poland has seen an expenditure rise of more than $2m., so now they are requesting help ahead of the High Holy Days.

First Chabad rabbi dispatched to Ukraine since start of Russia-Ukraine war

This dispatch followed a rejuvenation of several Jewish communities in Ukraine, a phenomenon spurred by internal migration due to the conflict.

04/09/2023

Faith in battle: 52,000 holiday kits for Ukraine's Jews amid war

The initiative aims to support spiritual and emotional well-being during the upcoming Jewish holidays as the Russia-Ukraine War continues.

27/08/2023

In war-torn Ukraine, the Jewish heart still beats - opinion

As the war continues to play out and Ukraine pays the price, this community needs to be educated about everything that Judaism has to offer during this vulnerable time.

By AMIRA AHRONOVIZ
26/08/2023
El Al Israel Airlines planes are seen on the tarmac at Ben Gurion International airport in Lod

Ukrainian orphan held up at Israel's airport, released on bail - report

The Interior Ministry initially requested to deport the child, who reportedly arrived in Israel with his uncle and legal guardian Oleksander.

Camp Ramah returns to Ukraine despite ongoing war

Ramah Yachad, a Ukrainian Jewish summer camp, has returned to western Ukraine despite the ongoing war with Russia.

By SHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA
09/08/2023

Aliyah dips in West, surges in Russia amid Ukraine conflict

Israel has seen a decrease in immigrants making aliyah from Western countries while aliyah from Russia and Ukraine has increased.

16/07/2023

Most of Kherson’s Jews fled when Russia invaded, a flood could make the rest leave

About 20 Jewish families have been directly affected by the flooding so far, and they are taking shelter in Jewish institutions.

By JTA STAFF
09/06/2023
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