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Iran, whose Shahed drones attack Ukrainian cities almost every night, summoned the head of the Ukrainian diplomatic mission in Tehran, Kyrylo Pozdniakov, to its Foreign Ministry. There, the diplomat was handed an official note of protest. On June 30, 2025, Iran officially delivered a protest note to Ukraine for its support of Israel. Just a day earlier, on June 29, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the full synchronization of Ukraine’s sanctions with the EU against Iran, calling it one of the most brutal regimes in the world. Tehran's tantrum: Iran hands protest note to Ukraine for supporting Israel On June 30, 2025, diplomatic tensions escalated between Iran and Ukraine as Kyrylo Pozdniakov, the acting head of Ukraine's mission in Tehran, was summoned to the Iranian Foreign Ministry and presented with an official note of protest. The reason — Ukraine’s official support for Israel and statements made by Ukrainian authorities criticizing the “Iranian regime.” This was repor...

The farewell ceremony took place at the site of the Iranian missile strike. Farewell at the Site of Tragedy: Bat Yam Mourns with Ukraine On June 30, 2025, in the Israeli city of Bat Yam, a memorial ceremony was held to honor five Ukrainian citizens killed by an Iranian missile strike. All the victims were members of one family from Odesa, who came to Israel seeking safety and medical treatment. Among them were three children. The ceremony took place at the missile strike site, a destroyed residential building hit on June 14 by a ballistic missile launched by the regime of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Victims List: Name Age Relation Nastya Buryk 8 years old Was being treated for leukemia Maria Peshkureva 30 years old Nastya's mother Olena Sokolova 54 years old Nastya's grandmother Ilya Peshkurev 14 years old Nastya's cousin Kostyantyn Tutevych 10 years old Nastya's cousin A Family Fleeing Illness – Killed by a Missile The family arrived in Israel in December 2022 after ...

Freedom Square (Ukr. Maidan Svobody) is the central square of Kharkiv, ranking sixth in size in Europe and twelfth in the world. The square covers 11.9 hectares. During the Russian invasion of Ukraine, on March 1, 2022, the square was hit by Russian Kalibr missiles. The explosion caused significant damage to the Kharkiv Regional State Administration building (which was officially declared beyond repair in June 2022) as well as to nearby structures. On August 28, 2022, Russian forces shelled the same area again with S-300 missiles. One missile struck the square in front of the administration building, while another destroyed a three-story building nearby. Israeli architects were among the top three winners out of 150 participants, presenting the In‑Time project to restore the Freedom Square in Kharkiv, devastated by Russian shelling. This project is a gesture of support to the Ukrainian people and an example of solidarity between Israel and Ukraine. This was reported by the Israeli port...

Ukraine is not Israel and not "Palestine", asserts journalist Dmytro Galko. In an article for "NAnews", we examine why comparing these cases is dangerous and incorrect — and how exactly they differ. Comparisons that lead to a dead end On June 29, 2025, a piece by journalist Dmytro Galko was published on the Ukrainian news portal "Glavcom" criticizing frequent attempts to compare the war in Ukraine with the Israeli or "Palestinian" cases. In his view, these parallels are not just superficial but fundamentally flawed. The journalist emphasizes that Israel is a unique case with no historical equivalent. Meanwhile, Ukraine is part of a classic anti-colonial struggle, of which there have been many examples. Why Israel is not a comparison model The Israeli state was born in the context of the unique historical and religious fate of the Jewish people. From the beginning, Israel was built as a military fortress, with high autonomy, initiative, and even n...

The national contest “Charitable Ukraine 2024” recognized the achievements of Jewish volunteer organizations. This is a symbolic event for the entire Jewish community and a reflection of unity between the Jewish and Ukrainian peoples. National Recognition of the Jewish Contribution to Ukraine’s Volunteer Movement On June 19, 2025, during the XVIII award ceremony of the “Charitable Ukraine 2024” national contest in Kyiv, Jewish volunteer organizations — “Jewish Hesed Bnei Azriel” from Kyiv and Volunteer Community Ukraine from Rivne — were honored for their impactful work in the most vulnerable areas: healthcare and humanitarian assistance. “Bnei Azriel”: A Symbol of Care and Lives Saved Special recognition was given to the International Charitable Foundation “Jewish Hesed Bnei Azriel” from Kyiv, which received third place in the “Charity in Healthcare” category. The foundation’s representatives, Director Hryhoriy Kolodach and PR Manager Ivanna Yedharova, emphasized that the award is the...

Constant Russian terror. Strikes targeted energy systems, infrastructure, and residential neighborhoods. On the night of June 29, 2025, Russia used 537 aerial combat units against Ukraine, including Shahed drones, Kinzhal, Iskander, and other missiles. This was the largest airstrike of the entire war. Cities were destroyed, children were injured. Ukraine is calling for decisive actions from its partners. Regions with Jewish communities were also under attack — the consequences affect not only Ukraine, but the Jewish people worldwide. The most massive air attack of the war: a strike on life and infrastructure On the night of June 29, 2025, Russia carried out the largest airstrike on Ukraine since the start of the full-scale invasion. According to the Air Force of Ukraine, 537 aerial attack weapons were used, including Shahed drones and various types of missiles. Ukrainian air defense forces managed to intercept 475 units, but direct hits were recorded in six regions, and debris fell in ...

U.S. President Donald Trump may apply the Middle Eastern strategy to the war in Ukraine, cornering putin into a diplomatic dead end. Analysts and diplomats warn: the outcome of the crisis in Iran could affect military support for Kyiv. Full analysis available on NAnews – Israel News. The military strikes on Iran carried out by the U.S. and Israel in June 2025 did not just weaken Tehran’s nuclear program — they changed the geopolitical logic of the entire region. Despite declarations of strategic alliance with Iran, the Russian Federation did not dare to respond symmetrically. Analysts say: The Kremlin is afraid Why? Analysts say: The Kremlin is afraid — above all, of U.S. President Donald Trump's reaction. This opens up a new perspective: if Israel and the U.S. successfully used pressure tactics in Iran, can they do the same to Russia and end the war in Ukraine? Roman Bezsmertnyi: “Zelensky pushed the right button in Trump” Former Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister and diplomat Roman ...

On July 3, 2025, at the Ukrainian Cultural Center in Tel Aviv, the sixth session of the author’s course “Theater Therapy” by MAK_UA will take place. Participants will find a safe creative space where art helps process war trauma and restore inner strength. NAnews‼️: Ukrainian "Theater Therapy" by MAK_UA. New Season. Session 6. HEALING THROUGH ART — Tel Aviv, July 3, 2025 Event Poster Organizers: MAK_UA / Ukrainian Amateur Art Forge in Israel Ukrainian Cultural Center in Tel Aviv Event format: public. Theater Therapy — Author’s Course On July 3, 2025, the sixth session of the course “Theater Therapy” is scheduled. The theme will be: “Healing Through Art” “The situation in the country allows us to return to normal life, but we have experienced incredibly traumatic events that may cause future problems and therefore require careful processing.” What is Theater Therapy Theater Therapy is a branch of art therapy that uses theatrical methods for psychological healing. “This is not ...

Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Honcharenko delivered two separate but interconnected speeches at PACE: one — about Russia as the “mother of terrorism,” the other — about Israel defending shared democratic values. In the spotlight were Hamas, the Houthis and Iran as Moscow’s satellites, and Israel as the shield of the civilized world. On June 25, 2025, Ukraine loudly reminded PACE who stands on the right side of history “Russia – mother of terrorism”, “Israel – defender of Europe”: Ukrainian MP made two powerful statements at PACE – NAnews Israel news, June 28, 2025 Oleksiy Honcharenko, Member of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine and member of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), spoke in Strasbourg on June 25, 2025, delivering two consecutive but distinct speeches: - First — a fierce accusation of Russia in global terrorism. - Second — a defense of Israel as the only democratic outpost in the Middle East. First speech: “Russia is the mother of terrorism. Hamas and the Houthis ...

Three boys from the Jewish orphanage “Alumim” in Zhytomyr and two of their friends celebrated their bar mitzvah in Ashkelon three years after fleeing from Putin’s aggression. Israel became their new home — they speak Hebrew, study in Chabad schools, and dream about the future despite the trauma of the past. This story is a symbol of the strong connection between the Jewish people of Ukraine and Israel, and proof of a true miracle made possible thanks to love, faith, and the support of the entire community. Under bombs — into the future: children of the “Alumim” orphanage celebrate bar mitzvah in Israel On June 26, 2025, the Israeli portal ynet reported on an emotional event: a bar mitzvah for five teenagers, three of whom are alumni of the Jewish orphanage “Alumim” in Zhytomyr, held in Ashkelon. This was not just a religious ritual. It was an act of return, maturity, recognition, and reunion with Jewish destiny. Three years ago, these children, like thousands of other Jews in Ukraine, ...

Among the signatories of the letter are prominent Ukrainian figures of different ethnicities and faiths. This letter (published on June 27, 2025) is a response from Ukrainian intellectuals and public figures to an open appeal by Hungarian intellectuals to Ukraine and Ukrainians, signed on June 21. Among the signatories are Iosif Zisels and Vitaly Portnikov... Iosif Zisels is a Ukrainian Jewish human rights activist, dissident, former prisoner of conscience, co-chair of the Vaad of Ukraine (Association of Jewish Organizations and Communities), and one of the most influential representatives of Ukraine's Jewish community. He actively advocates for democracy, human rights, and a close alliance between Ukraine, Europe, and Israel. Vitaly Portnikov is a Ukrainian publicist, political commentator, and TV host of Jewish origin. He is known for his pro-Ukrainian and pro-European stance, authoring in-depth analytical texts and speeches in defense of Ukraine, Israel, and democratic values. I...

Did you know that a subsidiary of the Israeli defense corporation Elbit Systems has been providing logistics, repair, modernization, and re-equipment services for armored vehicles intended for the Ukrainian army in Europe since 2022(!)? Well, it's true! In Belgium, anti-Israeli activists from the group "Stop Arming Israel" damaged military equipment intended for the Ukrainian army worth $1.1 million, having "mistakenly identified" it as Israeli. Why Ukraine became the actual victim — explained by NAnews. Blind aggression against Israel turned into a blow to Ukraine On June 26, 2025, more than a hundred activists from the "Stop Arming Israel" movement broke into the military facility of OIP Land Systems in the Belgian city of Tournai. Under slogans of "support for Palestine" and fighting against "Israeli militarism," they damaged Ukrainian armored vehicles intended for the front line — estimated damage exceeding $1.1 million. It turn...

Thanks to the New York Convention, assets of the Russian corporation may be seized even in Israel. On June 20, 2025, Ukraine won a historic victory in international arbitration: the Stockholm tribunal ordered Russia’s Gazprom to pay $1.37 billion to Ukraine’s Naftogaz. A key factor was the participation of an Israeli arbitrator in the final tribunal alongside representatives from Sweden and Switzerland. The Arbitration Institute of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce (SCC) included three independent experts: Sweden, Switzerland, and Israel. The Israeli judge’s identity remains confidential according to SCC rules, but his participation is confirmed by legal sources such as Global Arbitration Review. Naftogaz CEO Serhiy Koretskyi emphasized that the tribunal fully upheld Ukraine’s claims, despite Gazprom’s efforts to dispute the case through Russian courts. “Now we have a final decision. The next step is enforcement. We will work on that — step by step,” Koretskyi stated. How Ukraine reach...

Pew Research: Israel strongly condemns Russia A Pew Research Center study found that 82% of Israeli citizens view Russia negatively. NAnews analyzes data from a survey covering 31,938 people in 25 countries, including assessments of putin, Zelensky, and NATO. According to a large-scale international poll conducted by Pew Research Center between January 8 and April 26, 2025, 82% of Israelis expressed a negative view of Russia. This is one of the highest rates in the world. The survey was published by Pew Research Center on June 23, 2025. Only in Sweden, Poland, the Netherlands, Australia, and Germany is Russia viewed more negatively. The poll surveyed 31,938 adults across 25 countries, including the U.S., Germany, Canada, India, Turkey, and Israel. Data was collected before Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian territory and before the latest round of peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. Anti-Russian sentiment dominates in Europe and Israel Russia is viewed most negatively in: - Sweden ...

On June 24, 2025, Andriy Sybiha stated at the Ukraine–NATO Council: “Russia, Iran and North Korea must be contained as a single bloc.” Just one day later, on June 25, NATO published its summit declaration, which for the first time includes direct contributions to Ukraine’s defense in member states’ budgets and states that Russia remains the main threat to Euro-Atlantic security — a strategic shift. “A unified threat requires a unified response”: Sybiha’s message On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, during the NATO summit in The Hague, a meeting of the Ukraine–NATO Council took place. It gathered the foreign ministers of NATO countries, EU representatives, and Ukraine’s Deputy Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha. In his speech, Sybiha emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to global threats. He clearly stated that Russia, Iran, and North Korea act in coordination, destabilizing international security. According to him, NATO must treat these countries with a unified approach, avoiding distrac...

Israel and the United States have established dominance in the skies over Iran, demonstrating the complete helplessness of Russian air defenses. This is not only a humiliation for the Kremlin but also a strategic trump card for Ukraine. Following the large-scale U.S. operation "Midnight Hammer" against Iran’s nuclear facilities, the world witnessed something astonishing: the Russian air defense systems used by Tehran proved completely ineffective. This display of American and Israeli superiority not only shattered Iran’s hopes for protection — it seriously undermined Moscow’s confidence in its own defense capabilities, according to The Telegraph. The strike on Iran that shook the Kremlin The world witnessed one of the loudest geopolitical events in recent times — a joint U.S.-Israeli operation against Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. The airstrikes went nearly unopposed, as Iranian air defenses based on Russian S-300 systems and their modifications were effectively “blind”. As ...

Ukraine and Israel are defending their right to exist, facing enemies who deny both nations the right to statehood. Analyst Vitaliy Portnikov explains why the world must force aggressors to respect the lives of others — read more on NAnews – Israel News. The threat of physical extinction: from Auschwitz to the Holodomor Ukrainian journalist and publicist Vitaliy Eduardovych Portnikov published a powerful column: “Let’s understand what Israel is fighting for and what Ukraine is fighting for.” Vitaliy Eduardovych Portnikov (born May 14, 1967, Kyiv) is a Ukrainian journalist, writer and publicist, TV host, columnist for Radio Liberty and author of analytical articles in Ukrainian and Russian media. Member of the Ukrainian PEN Club. Winner of the Taras Shevchenko National Prize of Ukraine (2023). He reminds us that Jews returned home only after 1900 years of Roman exile and the Holocaust, while Ukrainians always lived on their land but almost never had their own state. Today, both peoples ...

On the night of 20 June 2025, Russian-Iranian Shahed-type attack drones struck Odesa (Ukraine): residential buildings, a university, recreational facilities and the area that houses the Jewish children’s home “Mishpakha” were damaged. The children were miraculously saved — NAnews presents a news overview with details and the impact on the Jewish community. Just 20 minutes — and the city was ablaze The night of 19 to 20 June 2025. At 00:52 an air-raid alarm sounded in Odesa Oblast. It lasted only until 01:13, yet in that short time Russian attack UAVs delivered devastating blows to the peaceful city. Explosions rocked several districts, including near the Habad Jewish children’s home “Mishpakha”, where the children were asleep. Thanks to a reinforced basement shelter where they were taken in the first minutes of the alarm, all residents survived. “The siren woke us up and heavy bangs followed immediately,” one caregiver recalls. “We evacuated everyone downstairs, as we have done many ti...