Uman
In Uman, annual Rosh Hashanah pilgrimage is clouded by arrests of yeshiva students in Israel
The arrests point to how this year’s Uman pilgrimage has emerged as a flashpoint in one of Israel’s most volatile political issues: whether haredi yeshiva students must serve.
Nearly 30 haredi draft dodgers detained at Ben-Gurion Airport on way to Uman
Israel, Ukraine team up to safeguard tens of thousands of worshippers in Uman
First haredi draft-dodger arrested on his way to Uman
1,000 hassidim trapped between Belarus and Ukraine trying to get to Uman
Israeli embassies in both countries are working to supply those trapped, who were forced to sleep outdoors on the ground, with humanitarian supplies.
Hundreds of Breslov Hassidim stuck in Belarus on way to Uman
Some pilgrims sleeping rough in parks without access to kosher food, basic amenities, condemn Israeli govt for thwarting annual Rosh Hashana pilgrimage
Chabad emissary infected with coronavirus: Don't come to Uman
"The health care system has completely collapsed. Whoever comes here makes a dangerous, fateful decision. Do not do this."
Two Israelis in Uman deported for knocking down social distancing barriers
The men were seen breaking down barriers set up at a structure that also houses the gravesite of Rabbi Nachman.
The Netanyahu-Gantz government is a failure, pure and simple – opinion
Every decision Netanyahu makes is tainted and motivated by what is good for him personally, and not for the country.
Zelensky to 'Post': Israel requested restrictions on Uman pilgrims
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine is “very proud of this gathering” and does “everything to welcome our guests.”
Chief rabbi of Kiev honored with Ukrainian Medal and Certificate of honor
Additionally, Ukranian President Vladimir Zelensky signed a decree to award the rabbi with the Order of Merit two weeks ago, the nation's highest honor.
Breslov seeking 6,000 pilgrims for Uman
The plan being drawn up by the Israeli ministerial team is expected to allow around 6,000 pilgrims to travel to Uman from Israel, a figure which is acceptable to the Breslov leadership.
Should the right to protest be held above public health?
The protestors have a right in law to protest publicly. But these are not normal times.
Gov't publishes outline that may allow Israelis to travel to Uman
The outline was drafted by a group of designated ministers appointed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and headed by MK Ze'ev Elkin.
