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Since 1976, the Ukrainian mosaic icon of the “Zarvanitsky Mother of God” in Nazareth has occupied one of the central places in the Basilica of the Annunciation – how did this happen?

Entering the churchyard of the Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth, you immediately notice the beautiful mosaic depicting Ukrainian Zarvanitsky Mother of Godlocated directly opposite the main entrance to the temple. It is surprising that this image ended up in such an important place, among the mosaics of other countries – as if the Virgin […]

“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 […]

Jews and Ukrainians: a thousand-year history of neighborhood in the research of the Ukrainian YouTube channel “named after T.G. Shevchenko” – we recommend

“Jews and Ukrainians. Our peoples have not lived side by side for ten, or a hundred, or even a thousand years.” This is how the story begins about the complex and deep relations between the Jewish and Ukrainian peoples on the channel “History of Ukraine named after T.G. Shevchenko.” Channel “History of Ukraine named after […]

Jews from Ukraine: Leo Motzkin. From Ukrainian Brovary to Kiryat Motzkin, named in his honor

And today in our section “Jews from Ukraine,” we will talk about Leo Motzkin — an outstanding public figure from Brovary, whose name is associated with the history of Israel and Ukrainian Jews. Leo Motzkin (Aryeh Leib) was born in 1867 in Brovary, Kyiv province of the Russian Empire. In this small town, near Kyiv, […]

Netanya canceled the performance of the Putin-supporting cosmonaut after an appeal from the Ukrainian embassy and pressure from the community.

The municipality of Netanya canceled an event featuring Russian cosmonaut Fyodor Yurchikhin after an official letter from the Ukrainian side and a public campaign by activists. The planned speech at the city planetarium sparked a sharp reaction among immigrants from Ukraine and their partners in Israel. The story quickly went beyond a local cultural event […]

Not “ointment for spur”: heel spur how I quickly cured it with a simple method — step-by-step plan for 10 days

The first step in the morning — and it’s as if someone drove a thin nail into your heel. Then it “warmed up,” became bearable, and during the day you almost forgot. But in the evening it pulls again, aches, and you start placing your foot carefully, as if on ice. This is usually how […]

Ukraine is freezing — let’s save with warmth! “Israeli Friends of Ukraine” are raising funds for “Points of Invincibility” — urgently

The collection is organized by the initiative “Israeli Friends of Ukraine” with the support of the Embassy of Ukraine in Israel Russia continues its military aggression against Ukraine not only on the front but also in cities — with strikes on energy and critical infrastructure. It is Russian aggression and targeted attacks on civilian infrastructure […]

Olympics-2026, memory helmet and boundaries of neutrality — a worthy act by a Ukrainian athlete and a disgraceful decision by the IOC

“Sport does not mean oblivion, and the Olympic movement should help stop wars, not play along with the aggressor”: Zelensky reacted to Geraskevich’s disqualification He emphasized that Geraskevich’s helmet is a sign of respect and remembrance, not a political action, and reminded that it is Russia that systematically violates Olympic principles by starting wars during […]

Bar Mitzvah in Israel Three Years After Evacuation from Ukrainian Zhitomir from Russian Bombs: The Fate of Jewish Children from Ukraine

Three boys from the Jewish orphanage “Alumim” in Zhytomyr and two of their friends celebrated their bar mitzvah in Ashkelon three years after fleeing from Putin’s aggression. Israel became their new home — they speak Hebrew, study in Chabad schools, and dream about the future despite the trauma of the past. This story is a […]

Shmuel Agnon: Jewish writer, Nobel Prize laureate from Galicia (Ukraine)

In his native Buchach, a monument was erected in his honor, one of the city’s streets is named after him, and a bas-relief of the writer is at the entrance to the local “ART-Court.” Shmuel Agnon (born July 17, 1888, Buchach, Ukraine) is a famous Jewish writer whose life and work are closely connected with […]

Ukrainian stand-up in Israel: Anton Lirnyk will perform in four cities in February 2026

From the end of February 2026, Ukrainian comedian and showman Anton Lirnik will conduct a series of solo stand-up concerts in Israel. Over four days, he will perform in four cities — Netanya, Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Ashdod. The poster promises smart humor without censorship, proven charisma, and a promise: laughter backed by convictions and […]

4 Years of Ukraine’s Invincibility: Events of Remembrance and Solidarity on February 22, 23, 24, 2026, in Israel

In Israel, a program of events from February 22–24 has been announced, dedicated to the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. This is not a series of “official protocols” and not an attempt to speak for Ukraine instead of Ukrainians. Quite the opposite: people are simply invited to come and stand together, so […]

Israeli “Stonehenge” on the Golan: what is really known about Gilgal Refaim

On the Golan Heights, about 16 km from the Sea of Galilee (Kinneret), there is a place that initially disappoints in person — and then suddenly overwhelms. Gilgal Refaim (גלגל רפאים) is translated in various ways: Wheel of Ghosts, Circle of Spirits, sometimes even Ring of Giants. And yes, it is called the Israeli Stonehenge […]

In Tel Aviv, a charitable Ukrainian musical and poetic evening for Valentine’s Day – February 14, 2026

🤍 “The evening is charitable. We will be raising funds for ‘Chuyka’ — a sound reconnaissance and warning system for the signalers of the 47th Separate Mechanized Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine” – write the organizers. On February 14, 2026, a chamber charity evening will be held in Tel Aviv for Valentine’s Day […]

Jews from Ukraine: Abba Khushi, the man who “built Haifa”

Abba Hushi played a key role in the formation of modern Israel. His contribution to the development of Haifa, where he was mayor from 1951 to 1969, will forever go down in history. Abba Khushi, a famous Israeli politician and public figure, was born on May 23, 1898 in the city of Turka, Lviv region, […]

From occupied Lugansk to Israel: the story of a Ukrainian teacher who continues to teach mathematics online to her students from Haifa

The story of Maya Rybnikova: from occupied Lugansk to Haifa. A significant event for the Ukrainian diaspora took place in Haifa, in the heart of Israel. The Embassy of Ukraine handed over the state award on December 19, 2024 “Honored Teacher of Ukraine” Maya Rybnikova is a math teacher from Russian-occupied Severodonetsk. This award is […]

“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 […]

Jews from Ukraine: Moshe Segal from Poltava, the man who was arrested for blowing the shofar in Jerusalem on Yom Kippur

The story of Moshe (Moshe-Tzvi) Segal is the trajectory from Poltava to Jerusalem. Youth in the Ukrainian Jewish environment, strict study routine, and the first Zionist circles turn into a public gesture of freedom at the Western Wall on Yom Kippur in 1930. He gave the final sound of the shofar — tekiah gedolah — […]

Irena Maman: how a seamstress, a repatriate from Ukraine, became a heroine for soldiers in Northern Israel, despite shelling and financial difficulties

Irena Mamana repatriate from Zhitomir (Ukraine), became a real heroine of northern Israel. She sews bulletproof vests, repairs uniforms and helps soldiers, forgetting about herself, despite the shelling and financial difficulties. Her story was told Nikita Aronov on the Israeli portal “Details“. Irena Maman is one of five returnees honored on November 7 for their […]

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, […]

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