Ukrainian soldier learns of his Jewish roots and undergoes circumcision after tragedy at the front

While the attention of the Israeli public is focused on the confrontation between Israel and Iran, the war in Ukraine does not subside. Russian missiles continue to strike Ukrainian cities, destroying both civilians and civilian infrastructure. But amid the destruction, losses, and anxiety, there are also stories that inspire — especially for the Jewish community, … Read more

“UP” claims that the lawyers of Yermak and Mindich met in Israel, the first was “accompanied by the ambassador” of Ukraine in Israel

According to “Ukrainian Pravda”(ukr.) (authors: Iryna Balachuk, Mykhailo Tkach, publication from February 6, 2026), in January 2026, lawyers associated with Andriy Yermak and Tymur Mindich were in Israel. As the publication emphasizes, this is a trip involving a current Ukrainian diplomat. For Israeli readers: what the story is and why it looks “scandalous” Who is … Read more

The official list of persons and events NOT containing “symbols of Russian imperial policy” was published by the Ukrainian Institute of National Memory (UINP)

October 7, 2025 The Ukrainian Institute of National Memory (UINP) published an official list of persons and events NOT containing “symbols of Russian imperial policy”. This step became part of the state decolonization program — rethinking historical heritage, where the main goal is not to destroy, but to discern. What is this list and why … Read more

Oil Beyond Rules: How Sanctions Disrupt the Shadow Market of Russia and Iran — and Strengthen China

The black market for Russian and Iranian oil has encountered an unexpected crisis. Millions of barrels are stuck in storage, deals are stalling, and logistics are faltering. The reason is not only the pressure from US and European sanctions but also a more prosaic factor: too many legal alternatives have appeared on the market at … Read more

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 … Read more

In Ukraine, a “Kohanim Bridge” was built for $1,000,000: in Gadyach, a Chabad shrine was made accessible to the descendants of ancient priests – what is it and why?

“A 200-meter-long bridge, with 37 sections, 178 steps, and a heating system, allows the Kohanim to safely visit the holy site…“ The construction of the bridge cost more than 1,000,000 dollars. According to the organizers, it is the largest project of its kind in Ukraine and, most likely, in all of Europe. Ukraine is at … Read more

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 … Read more

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 … Read more