In letter, Putin wishes Jews of Russia 'a sweet and happy new year'
The note, addressed to the office of Russian Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar, also connoted Putin's admiration for the Russian Jewish community's strength and unity.
Russian president Vladimir Putin listens to Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar during a ceremony marking the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.(photo credit: REUTERS)ByJPOST.COM STAFFUpdated: