Siberia: A New Torah Scroll Brings Special Joy to the Krasnoyarsk Jewish Community
Hundreds of Jewish community members – led by Rabbi Benjamin Wagner and his wife, Rebbetzin Dina – gathered in the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk, alongside distinguished guests from neighboring cities and Israel, to celebrate the inauguration of a new Torah scroll. The scroll, generously donated by Mr. Yochanan Yanukovych, a friend and supporter of the […]
In Merit of the Hostages: New Torah Inaugurated in Moscow
On Friday afternoon, a joyous inauguration ceremony for a new Torah scroll was held at the Marina Roshcha synagogue in Moscow. Mr. Akiva Nissan Volf Astrov commissioned the scroll in response to the atrocities of Simchat Torah and in the merit of the safe return of the hostages in captivity. In a moving ceremony held […]
Next Generation of Jewish Youth Leaders Trained in Moscow Suburb
An energetic and action-packed five-day seminar took place in early November on the outskirts of Moscow, training coordinators from the EnerJew youth movement across the FSU. These dedicated young leaders, who work year-round in their cities and communities, represent the future generation of Jewish youth leadership. Forty participants from across Russia and Belarus attended the […]
From Ukraine to Southern Italy: STARS Intensive Graduates Conclude a Fascinating Journey
Twenty-five female students and young women, graduates of the Jewish studies empowerment program “STARS Intensive” operating throughout Ukraine, were recently recognized for their dedication and achievements over the past year. As a reward, they embarked on a unique journey from Ukraine to southern Italy. In this unique program, the participants committed to eight hours of […]
Annual Gathering of Chabad House Directors in Moscow Concludes Successfully
In an uplifting atmosphere following Sukkot and Simchat Torah, the annual gathering of Chabad House directors in Moscow, Russia, was held this week in Istra, 40 kilometers west of the Russian capital. Russia’s Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar participated in the conference, which highlighted the impressive growth among the region’s Jewish communities. The rabbis gathered for two […]
Jewish Khmelnytskyi Welcomes New Torah Scroll
In a gesture of unity and support, the Jewish community of Dnipro donated a new Torah scroll to the growing Jewish community in Khmelnytskyi, Ukraine. The Torah was welcomed with a festive inauguration ceremony on the eve of Yom Kippur at the Synagogue and JCC of Khmelnytskyi. Distinguished guests from Dnipro, including philanthropists, the Chief […]
Drone Strikes Jewish School in Kyiv; Heavy Damage Reported
Kyiv’s Jewish school, “Perlina,” part of the FJC ‘Or Avner Chabad’ network, sustained a direct hit from a drone last night. The strike, which occurred just hours before the school day was set to begin, caused significant structural damage. Several injuries were reported in a nearby building. The school’s reinforced windows, equipped with protective film, […]
Ukraine Rabbis Reflect on Sukkot: Miraculous Peace, Joyful Celebrations, and a Revival of Tradition
Tens of thousands of Jews in Ukraine across Ukraine were able to fulfill the Sukkot customs and mitzvot thanks to the tireless efforts of local rabbis and Chabad emissaries. A significant milestone was reached in Chernivtsi. In Mykolaiv, long lines formed to bless the lulav, and in Zhytomyr, the community experienced a Sukkot marked by […]
5,000 Jewish Children in Russia and Belarus Receive Special Simchat Torah Surprise
In a heartwarming celebration, 5,000 Jewish children accompanied by their parents visiting synagogues across Russia and Belarus to mark Simchat Torah, a beloved holiday in Jewish communities of the former Soviet Union, received a festive package filled with treats and presents in honor of the Jewish tradition. The packages included candies and snacks imported from […]
How Ukraine’s Jews Will Celebrate Sukkot Despite the Challenges
Led by JRNU, the executive arm of Chabad and the Federation of Jewish Communities (FJC) in Ukraine, and thanks to the efforts of Rabbi Nachum Ehrentrau, a complex logistical operation has been successfully completed. Hundreds of sets of the Four Species, essential for the Sukkot holiday, have arrived in Ukraine directly from Israel, overcoming the […]