Russian Immigrants
VE Day in Israel: Celebrating the 80th anniversary and Jewish heroes of the war
The State of Israel also commemorates VE Day on May 9 largely as a result of the massive wave of immigration from the former Soviet bloc during the 1990s.
Ex-hostage Sasha Troufanov wraps tefillin with Russian chief rabbi day after release
Russian olim feel less threatened in Israel than at home, despite conflict – report
New immigrants to Israel find solace, strength in community during wartime
Isolated amid Independence Day: Russian immigrants face Israeli integration issues
Following the Ukraine ‘war aliyah’ surge, many new Russian olim are looking for understanding and acceptance as they navigate Israeli cultural and religious norms.
'Israel unequipped for influx of doctors in 2024': committee chair
Chairman of the committee, MK Oded Forer, said, "The number of immigrants in medical professions who come to Israel in the coming years will increase."
Powered by immigrants, Dubai's housing market continues to surge
Digital nomads from North America and Europe attracted by the UAE's flexible work visa are following on the heels of a wave of Russian buyers, leading Dubai to notch up another banner year.
Meet the seven-foot tall Russian Jew making history in Israel
Georgi Krimantsky has become a legend not only for his extraordinary height but also for his remarkable journey from Russia to Israel.
Israel should 'deploy planes' for Russian Jews - former minister
"By extending a helping hand to those in need, Israel can uphold its founding principles and fulfill its moral obligation to the Jewish people."
‘The Dinner’ pits Russian immigrants against Sabras
Based on a novel by Dan Redler, the parallel stories are about the haves and the have-nots, those who are bored with their lives and look for something to give them meaning.
US Russian-speaking Jews deserve a seat at the table - opinion
Creating a space for the RSJ community at the communal table will lead to a greater perspective, resources and diversity that should be welcomed by everyone.
SSY: Helping Russian-speaking olim integrate into Israel
For the past 12 years, SSY has been creating welcoming educational and empowering communities throughout Israel that remind young Russian-speaking olim of the reasons why they made aliyah.
He moved from Russia to Israel for opportunity - and found his new home
Looking to the future, Alexander Pitkin sees himself settling in Israel's North and working his way up in an innovative, exciting hi-tech company.
US Jews don't recognize the impact of Russian immigrants on Israel
The stories of these human rights legends, who have profoundly influenced Israeli society, politics, and American Jewry, are underestimated.
Israel to enable passports for new immigrants only a year after aliyah
This action came after the Shin Bet acknowledged the abuse that could come with immediately issuing passports to those who recently moved to Israel, olim chadashim.
