The Place Where Hasidism Was Born: Secrets of the Village of Tovste, Ternopil Region of Ukraine
In 1734, the founder of Hasidism settled in Tovstom Israel ben EliezerIt is believed that It was here that he received his second name, Baal Shem Tov (abbreviated as Besht) and became known as a tzaddik and healer. In his new article “Ukraine Incognita” revealed little-known facts about the Jewish history of the village of […]
Bill for Emptiness: Why Moscow Demands Millions from the Closed Ukrainian Diplomatic Mission
In the center of Moscow, in Leontievsky Lane, there has been a building without staff and without a flag for almost four years. After the severance of diplomatic relations, it turned into a symbol of a pause that does not end. On February 24, 2022, when the full-scale invasion began, Volodymyr Zelensky announced the cessation […]
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Jews from Ukraine: Mila Kunis
Today we are talking about a Hollywood star – Mile Markovna Kunis! — New section 🔯 — Jews from Ukraine 🇺🇦 📍 Birth and emigration Born August 14, 1983 in Chernivtsi, Ukraine 🇺🇦. At the age of 7, she emigrated with her family to Los Angeles, USA 🇺🇸. 🕯 Tragic family story Many of Mila's […]
Chief Rabbi of Ukraine in Washington: rallies at the Capitol, prayer breakfasts, and “Ukrainian Week” as a conversation with America, February 4–9, 2026
During the period of February 4–9, 2026, the Chief Rabbi of Ukraine Moshe Reuven Azman published a series of posts about his working trip to Washington. From their content, it is clear: this was not a “protocol trip,” but a dense public campaign — rallies, speeches, meetings with politicians and religious leaders, participation in events […]
“My book about borscht”: An Israeli, journalist, writer and descendant of a tzaddik wrote and published a book about Ukrainian borscht – we recommend
“Borsch is not just food, it is a symbol of tradition, sustainability and family warmth,” – this is how he describes his work Igor KulakovIsraeli writer, journalist and descendant of a tzaddik. His book “My book about borscht” is a deep dive into the history, recipes and cultural significance of Ukraine's most famous dish. Book, […]
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Israel observes: Ukrainian F-16 shot down Iranian drone with a cannon
On February 8, 2026, in the sky over the combat zone, a Ukrainian fighter jet executed an interception that the military describes as both risky and calculated. Ukraine used an F-16 against an Iranian-origin strike drone — without launching a missile, only using built-in weapons. The footage quickly spread through professional communities and became a […]
Europe and the Shadows of Hate: Why Anti-Semitism is Returning and What Russia and Hamas Have to Do with It
War is once again changing the face of Europe — and not just on the fronts. Where slogans of tolerance and human rights once echoed, the whisper of old hatred is growing louder. Anti-Semitism — the ancient virus of the continent — is awakening again, rising from the underground layers of history to the streets […]
Jews from Ukraine: Barbra Streisand – from Ukrainian Berezhany to two Oscars and Ambassador of UNITED24 Zelensky and sponsorship of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem #евреїзакраїни
Barbra Streisand is one of the most renowned Jewish artists in the world, born into a poor family from Berezhany (Galicia, Ukraine), whose ancestors emigrated to the United States in search of a better life. Having won two Oscars, she uses her fame and resources to support Ukraine and Israel — that’s why we feature […]
Israel among buyers: Ukraine reduces wheat flour exports
The Ukrainian agricultural market is adjusting expectations for the 2025/26 season. This concerns external supplies of wheat flour, which, according to new estimates, will be lower than last year’s figures. For importing countries, this is a matter of prices, logistics, and food sustainability. How the overall forecast is changing Analysts suggest that total exports may […]
Superhero “like from ‘Fauda'” in the war against Russia: Israeli veteran on the banks of the Dnieper
Original author: Israeli journalist Shimon Briman. At NAnews / Israel News we carefully retell the main points and recommend reading the full material from the author. From the author on September 12, 2025: “How an Israeli🇮🇱 commando from ‘Fauda’ fights for Ukraine🇺🇦, performing feats of such magnitude that a Hollywood action movie could be made. […]
“Masks” and People’s Artist of Ukraine Boris Barsky in Israel in February 2026 – the comedy “Romeo and Juliet”
🎭 Announcement: “Masks Show — Romeo and Juliet” — in Israel! The famous Odessa theater “Masks” returns with a tour in Israel with an updated version of the cult production “Romeo and Juliet” — an incredible, bright, funny, and deeply human comedy created based on Shakespeare’s tragedy. In the lead role — People’s Artist of […]
Ukrainian Cultural Center in Tel Aviv, Israel: event announcements
In Tel Aviv-Yafo, the Ukrainian Cultural Center operates — a platform where Ukrainian culture in Israel exists not “on holidays,” but in the regular city rhythm. This is a place for exhibitions, meetings, lectures, and community events, where not only Ukrainians come, but also Israelis who find it important to understand neighbors and partners not […]
Europe tests independence: a week of decisions for the EU and Ukraine
The European Union is entering a series of meetings that affect not only budgets and the wording of final statements. The question is posed more harshly: is the European Union capable of acting as an independent force in a world where guarantees no longer seem automatic. The discussion about the future of defense, economy, and […]
Jews from Ukraine: Aaron David Gordon – Ukrainian roots of the Zionist ideologist and the history of “Gordonia”
Aaron David Gordon – Ukrainian Jew, philosopher and ideologist of working Zionism. His ideas inspired the youth in Alia and the creation of kibbutsev in Palestine. The history of the path from the Zhytomyr region to Dgania in our constant column “Jews from Ukraine“. Childhood and youth in Troyanov Aaron David Gordon Born on June […]
“Lapis Trubetskoy” in Israel in February 2026: a band for whom music has become a form of resistance against the autocratic regimes of Belarus and Russia
In 2014, Sergey Mikhalok actively supported the Euromaidan and the Revolution of Dignity in Ukraine, which caused a negative reaction and a series of bans from Russia and Belarus. In 2015, the artist received Ukrainian citizenship and a residence permit. In 2020, he was awarded the title of Honored Artist of Ukraine (2020). In February […]
And in Ukrainian: Ose Haim service — tickets for concerts, performances and cultural events in Israel
Ose Haim – Ticketing Service in Israel, where you can purchase event tickets in English! Concerts, theater performances, cinema, and educational events – choose and book easily. Where to Buy Tickets for Concerts and Shows in Israel? Ose Haim Offers Service in English! Israel is a country where culture unites people of different nationalities. Concerts, […]
Israel is ready for an independent strike: Iran is approaching the limit
The signal sounded without public ultimatums, but was heard by everyone it was addressed to. Israel notified the USA: if Iran approaches the critical point in the development of its missile program, Jerusalem reserves the right to act without hesitation. This is not about hypotheses or diplomatic formulations for the protocol. Military scenarios are being […]
Ukrainian Jews have historically spoken Russian. The war is changing this.
Three rabbis were sitting at breakfast in the Tsori Gilod synagogue of this city, discussing Russia’s war against the country where they work in a mix of Yiddish, Hebrew, and Russian. They named their hometowns as Luhansk, Lviv, and Dnipro — the Russian names of Ukrainian cities that made international headlines after Russia’s invasion of […]