Jews in Ukraine

Moldova hires first chief rabbi in 12 years, new chapter for revived Jewish community - interview

Chabad played an instrumental in Moldova since the outbreak of war in Ukraine in 2022, providing support for refugees, coordinating travel and in general providing a base for those in need.

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Rabbi Menachem Mendel Axelrod, Chief Rabbi of the Republic of Moldova.
Jewish families at a JRNU respite camp in the mountains.

Kyiv Jews return from Carpathian retreat into night of Russian strikes

After spending nine days at a respite camp in the mountains, Jewish families from the Simcha community returned to one of the heaviest drone and missile attacks that Kyiv has seen in recent months.

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One of the couples who got married this weekend in Kyiv.

Jewish couples get married in Kyiv for first time since war started thanks to weekend ceasefire

The Jewish Community Center Beit Menachem from Kyiv held a mass wedding ceremony over the weekend that included couples of all ages, including a pair aged 92.

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AN APARTMENT building hit by a Russian drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Dnipro, Ukraine April 23, 2026.

Dnipro Jewish community leader’s home damaged in Russian strike, wounding child

The child is recovering, but the Jewish community and Dnipro’s other residents have been suffering under an unrelenting barrage of Russian drones and missile attacks over the last week.

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Navigating dual legacies: The impact of war on Ukrainian Israelis

“Support for Israel in Ukraine is high. There hasn’t been one pro-Palestinian demonstration in Ukraine since October 7"

DECEMBER 17, 2024ByGIL LEWINSKY
Tel Aviv municipality illuminates its city hall with the Ukrainian flag to mark the 1000th day of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine

Amid daily bombings, Ukrainian Jews prepare for a third Hanukkah in the shadow of war

Despite the immense challenges, Ukrainian Jews remain steadfast in their commitment to celebrating the Festival of Lights, bringing hope and resilience to their communities during these trying times.

DECEMBER 9, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Chabad’s Jewish Relief Network Ukraine menorahs for Jewish Ukrainians December 9, 2024.

JCU 2024: A global call for unity

Global leaders at the Kyiv Jewish Forum 2024 stress unity, tackle rising antisemitism, and discuss support for Ukraine’s Jewish community amid ongoing war and shared global security challenges.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Jerusalem Post Editor-in-Chief Zvika Klein in a conversation with Ted Deutch, CEO of the American Jewish Committee.

Ukrainian Jews congratulate Trump, 'confident' he will facilitate peace in Ukraine, Israel

Rabbi Mayer Stambler said Ukrainian Jews believed in Trump's commitment to Biblical values.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024ByMATHILDA HELLER
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky shakes hand of Chief Rabbi of Kyiv Rabbi Yonatan Markovitch at gathering 2 weeks prior to the Jewish New Year

No. 32: Uri Poliavich: Supporting Jewish education worldwide

Uri and Yael Poliavich started the Yael Foundation, a philanthropic initiative which has promoted Jewish education for 13,500 students across 35 countries.

OCTOBER 1, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Uri Poliavich.

Under fire and hungry: Ukrainian Jews face Rosh Hashana amid war and crisis

The aid operation, orchestrated by Chabad Ukraine and IFCJ, is a lifeline for thousands of families struggling in an economy ravaged by war.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Aid being delivered to Ukraine, September 27, 2024.

Son of Ukraine’s chief rabbi killed in battle, months after becoming a father

The funeral is scheduled for Thursday in Kyiv.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Ukrainian chief rabbi Moshe Reuven Azman speaks at the Gala for the Yael Foundation Conference improving Jewish education.

Odesa's Jews find strength in faith amid war

Diaspora Affairs - Amidst the echoes of war in Odesa, an unexpected revival unfolds. The city's Jewish community, with roots as deep as the Black Sea port itself, faces its greatest challenge yet.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024ByTHEO PROUVOST
On a recent Monday morning, the Chabad synagogue in Odesa buzzed with activity. Around 50 individuals gathered for prayer, a testament to the community’s enduring spirit. “Despite the war, it is remarkable that any worshipers continue to come together to pray,” remarked Chief Rabbi of Odesa Avraha

'Our hearts are split in two': Ukraine's Jewish community torn between two wars

Inna Ioffe, Director of The Jewish Confederation of Ukraine, discusses the severe challenges facing Ukraine's Jewish community with resilience and solidarity as their guiding light.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
The aftermath of the Russian attack on the Poltava State Institute of Communications.

Dnipro’s Jews press on despite the grind of Russia’s war on Ukraine

As the Ukraine-Russia slowly approaches its third year, the Jewish community of Dnipro works to keep itself alive.

AUGUST 26, 2024ByMARCEL GASCÓN BARBERÁ/JTA
Asher, left, and David Cherkaskyi pray in their Dnipro, Ukraine, synagogue this week. The father and son have enlisted to fight for Ukraine in its war against Russia.