Synagogue and Transcarpathia: in Uzhgorod, the foundation was laid for the restoration of the only unique wooden synagogue in Europe from the village of Bolshiye Komyaty
In Uzhgorod, a step was taken that recently seemed almost impossible: the foundation was laid for the restoration of the wooden synagogue from the village of Velyki Komyaty in Transcarpathia at the Transcarpathian Museum of Folk Architecture and Life. This is a rare monument of Jewish heritage that was dismantled, transported to the regional center, […]
NAnews 🇮🇱🇺🇦 – the news of Israel and Ukraine Nikk.agency in WhatsApp, Telegram, X and Facebook – about the relationship of the two countries and their history – what is happening?
NAnews Nikk.Agency – An independent information project created by a group of Israelis with Ukrainian roots. Read news Israel – Ukraine We talk about the relationship between Israel and Ukraine, about how the fate of the two peoples intertwine, and how historical and modern events affect our future. Join NAnews Nikk.Agency In social networks: 🔹 […]
Jews from Ukraine: Ukraine as the homeland of Hasidism – 37 main dynasties and their Ukrainian roots
The phrase “Ukraine is the homeland of Hasidism” sounds emotional, but it has a serious historical basis. Modern encyclopedic and academic sources indicate that Hasidism originated in the 18th century on the lands of present-day Western and Central Ukraine — primarily in Podolia and Volhynia, around the circle of Baal Shem Tov and his disciples. […]
How to prepare a large house in Israel for Shabbat and holidays: a conversation about GENIUS
Preparing a large family home for Shabbat and Jewish holidays requires not only time but also proper work distribution. Israeli blogger and author of NANews Elena Gunko discussed with a GENIUS representative the capabilities of the steam system, its limitations, and the procedure for a free home demonstration. Information about the availability of demonstrations, travel […]
The Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC) in Israel today: four parishes, five cities, and one large Ukrainian community
The Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC) in Israel today is perceived not only as a religious institution. For many Ukrainians who found themselves in the country after the war, relocation, and the painful break from their usual lives, such communities have become places where language, prayer, social circles, and the feeling that the connection with […]
“Call sign ‘Jew’. An Israeli citizen has been fighting for Ukraine’s Independence since 2014” / 24th Separate Assault Battalion ‘Aidar’
Staff Sergeant Grigory Pivovarov, call sign “Jew”, is a citizen of Israel who came to Ukraine during the Maidan and has been fighting against Russian aggression since 2014. His interview with the 24th Separate Assault Regiment “Aidar” is not only a personal story of a fighter but also an important conversation about the IDF, Ukraine, […]
Russia helps Iran breathe under sanctions: US hit VTB — what can Israel do now
While the US tries to block Iran’s access to international banks, dollars, oil revenues, and intermediary companies, and Israel seeks and blocks the financial infrastructure of the IRGC and its proxies, Tehran has a partner interested in the exact opposite. Russia is helping Iran build its own payment channels, less dependent on the Western financial […]
The Alibi Sisters in Israel: the Zaval’ski sisters bring Ukrainian-Jewish music, Yiddish and klezmer – October 2026
In October 2026, Israel will once again hear The Alibi Sisters — the duo of Anna and Angelina Zavalsky, Ukrainian sisters from Kyiv, who have journeyed from the popular group “Алібі” to a project where the Ukrainian scene, Jewish memory, Yiddish, klezmer, and retro aesthetics sound like one story. The tour will take place from […]
The death of Yitzhak Elmakayes in Uman: why the murder version has not yet been confirmed
The story of the death of British Hasid Yitzhak Elmakayes in Uman turned into an almost ready-made detective story within a day. The man went into the forest to pray, was found dead, reports of signs of violence came from Israel, and the Ukrainian police opened a case under the article of premeditated murder. If […]
Virtual phone number in Israel without a SIM card: calls within Israel and from around the world for individuals and businesses – Zadarma
A virtual phone number allows you to receive calls over the internet without purchasing a physical SIM card for the desired country. Let’s figure out how this communication works, what numbers can be connected in Zadarma, who they are suitable for, and what restrictions should be known in advance. A person can live in Israel […]