Kyiv Diary 1/26/23: Powerful Gifts from the United States
Donations of portable generators, lanterns and more spark hope and memories of assistance during WWII.
Kyiv Diary 12/26/2022: Light in the Winter Darkness
American synagogues are stepping up to the plate to help Ukrainian Jews get crucial supplies during this time of war and winter.
Kyiv Diary 11/4/22: Even Without Electricity, Kyiv Has Power
On Monday, Russian missiles damaged critical infrastructure facilities in Kyiv, and at least 350,000 apartments lost power.
Kyiv Diary 10/10/22: The Missile Blast In My Neighborhood
On Monday, I was doing exercises on my balcony when our Kyiv neighborhood was rocked by a thunder-like explosion from a Russian missile.
Kyiv Diary 9/12/22: Soldiers Drink for Free
“I hear stories about the horrors of the war, and it makes my skin crawl,” says Vermuteria’s owner, Svetlana.
Kyiv Diary 8/31/22: Hustling in Krakow
During the darkest days of the invasion, Anya and her daughter left Kyiv with no particular destination in mind.
From the Newsletter | Frozen Russian Tanks and Rockets’ Red Glare
Marking Ukraine’s 31 years of independence and six months of war waged by Russia, we look back on our coverage.
Kyiv Diary 8/24/22: Independence Day
While at war with Russia, Kyiv is celebrating Independence Day in commemoration of the Declaration of Independence from the U.S.S.R. in 1991.
Kyiv Diary 7/26/22: Mila’s Impossible Decisions
A true survivor of a tragic life, Mila has to live through the war alone, either in fear or in isolation.
Kyiv Diary 6/24/22: A Masorti Shavuot in Kyiv
Rabbi Reuven Stamov’s goal is to create an atmosphere where Jewish people can feel comfortable and united despite the war.
Kyiv Diary 6/6/22: Families Reuniting, but at What Cost?
Ukrainians have missed socializing and crave physical togetherness, even if we are already united by spirits and beliefs.