Tag: Ukraine

The article discusses the significant role of Jewish artists in shaping modernist art in Ukraine between 1900 and the 1930s, amid a backdrop of political and social turmoil.
Amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, a Limmud FSU weekend festival recently brought together 200 Ukrainian Jews in the relatively safe city of Uzhhorod for Jewish learning and culture, marking the first such event in Ukraine since the war began.
Jewish studies scholars in Ukraine are showcasing resilience and dedication amidst the ongoing crises in their country, highlighting valuable lessons for the global Jewish community.
The text discusses various political issues, including concerns about President Biden's age and competency, allegations surrounding Hunter Biden's legal troubles, and controversies related to former President Trump and the Soros family.
The Biden administration has recently allowed the Ukrainian army to retaliate against selected targets in mainland Russian territory using US-supplied weapons, marking a shift in policy following Russian military advances in Ukraine.
Chris Pine, known for his role in Star Trek, shared his Jewish roots at a Jewish deli in Los Angeles, citing the similarities between his great-grandparents who emigrated from Eastern Europe and the deli's founders from Russia.
Ukrainian Ambassador to Israel Yevgen Korniychuk emphasized the shared battle against a coalition of enemies including Iran, Russia, and North Korea, urging for stronger U.S. support.
Craig Goldman, a Jewish Republican state representative from Texas, is vying to become the third Jewish Republican in Congress and the first from Texas.
Columbia University and New York City leadership's failure to address the recent campus siege and threats to Jews is seen as a result of decades of academic decline.
The number of Jews immigrating to Israel has decreased by 43% in the six months following the Hamas attacks on Oct. 7.
The rise of Volodymyr Zelensky from an entertainer to the president of Ukraine is explored in two biographies "The Showman" by Simon Shuster and "Zelensky: Ukraine's President and His Country" by Steven Derix and Marina Shelkunova.
The author reflects on the animosity between her great-grandmother (from a Litvak background) and her grandmother (from a Galician background) within their Jewish family, which stemmed from cultural and culinary differences symbolized by the "Gefilte Fish Line" - sweet versus savory gefilte fish preferences.
The text discusses the potential impact of various political figures' recent statements on their chances and their nations.
The article discusses the history and preparation of a wild blueberry and almond babka loaf, a sweet braided bread that originated in Jewish communities of Poland and Ukraine and became popular in New York delis.
The Ohio Senate primary is a battleground between two Republican candidates with contrasting foreign policy stances.
AIPAC lobbyists are ramping up efforts on Capitol Hill to push House Republicans to pass a bipartisan $95 billion foreign aid bill that includes $14.1 billion for Israel facing threats from Hamas and Hezbollah.
On International Women's Day, Project Kesher highlights key lessons for supporting women in wartime, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing the unique challenges women face during conflicts.
The podcast highlights the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine as it enters its third year, criticizing the American political process for supporting aid to Ukraine but facing reluctance in the House to hold a vote on it.
In the midst of Ukraine's ongoing war, Ukrainian Jews, like 17-year-old Sonia Bunina, continue to show resilience and determination.
Jewish communities in Ukraine have been navigating through two simultaneous wars over the past two years - the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing conflict with Israel, impacting their lives profoundly.
A standalone bill providing emergency assistance to Israel failed to pass in the U.S. House of Representatives.
The podcast discusses the bundling together of complex issues like funding for Israel, aid for Ukraine, and an immigration bill in one vote, questioning the lack of transparency and public hearings in the process.
The House and Senate are rushing competing aid packages for Israel to the floor, with votes expected as soon as this week.
Jewish actor Liev Schreiber attended Shabbat services at Temple Emanu-El's Streicker Cultural Center in New York, where he spoke about his work in Ukraine and gave a sermon about the importance of truth and debate in Judaism.
The podcast discusses the Senate Republicans' reluctance to make deals with President Joe Biden on various issues, potentially affecting aid to Ukraine and Israel.