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ישראלים בבית חב"ד בקישינב, במולדובה

Hundreds of Israeli pilgrims stranded in Moldova after flight cancellations

With return trips from Uman disrupted, travelers shelter at Chisinau’s central synagogue, where Chabad volunteers provided food, beds and support; local leaders say about 200 Israelis remain stuck as the Jewish community and embassy work to assist them

Itamar Eichner | 09.30.25

חגיגות במוצאי שבת באומן

'Every year is a race': Tens of thousands of Israelis ride trains from Europe to Uman

Since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine, the journey to Uman has become particularly challenging, with hours of waiting at border crossings and long delays; This year, many Hasidim are choosing a new solution - organized train trips from across Europe, some are luxury lines with bedrooms and kosher catering, allowing them to arrive at Rabbi Nachman's grave by Rosh Hashanah relaxed and prepared

Shilo Freid | 09.21.25

Shas leader Aryeh Deri, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Attorney general rejects Netanyahu plan to let draft dodgers join Uman pilgrimage

Gali Baharav-Miara rules government has no authority to block enforcement against draft evaders, sparking backlash from ultra-Orthodox leaders and vows from opposition to petition High Court of Justice if plan advances

Tova Zimuky, Shilo Freid | 08.29.25

הילולה בציון הקבר, במהלך חגי תשרי

Why do tens of thousands of Israelis travel to Uman on Rosh Hashanah?

The annual pilgrimage to Uman has been in the headlines this year not only because of special government funding but also over the demand that draft dodgers not be arrested on their way to visit grave of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov; So who was Rabbi Nachman, when did Israelis begin arriving at his grave in such large numbers, and why do the obstacles not deter them?

Shilo Freid | 08.27.25

בתים במלאח, הרובע היהודי בפאס

In Fez, Morocco’s Jewish community clings to hope amid uncertainty

Once a vibrant center of Jewish life, Fez now holds only echoes of its golden age; as war rages elsewhere, a dwindling community gathers in prayer, led by descendants, caretakers and memories—keeping alive a heritage that may soon disappear

Ayelet Mamo Shay | 07.02.25

מספר ישראלים חצו לתוך שטח לבנון בניגוד לחוק ונעצרו

Dozens of Haredi pilgrims illegally cross into Lebanon to pray at rabbi's tomb

Watch the video: At least 20 ultra-Orthodox men crossed the border overnight and entered the tomb of 4th century Babylonian scholar Rav Ashi; They were stopped and returned to Israel by the IDF; Eight were taken for questioning

Yair Kraus | 02.16.25

צליינים נוצרים בוויה דולורוזה בירושלים

Israeli tourism hangs hope on pilgrims to save the industry

After a year of plummeting tourism, new hope now comes from the Pope, as 2025 has been declared a Jubilee Year, offering the opportunity for forgiveness through pilgrimages to Christian holy sites, including churches in Jerusalem, Nazareth, and Bethlehem

Navit Zomer | 11.14.24

הילולה בציון הקבר, במהלך חגי תשרי

US issues travel advisory for Ukraine’s Uman ahead of Jewish High Holidays

Kyiv embassy issues strong warning on its website, informing Americans that Ukrainian officials have reported insufficient shelters to protect against potential Russian attacks

Itamar Eichner | 08.28.24

A Muslim pilgrim prays after casting a stone at a pillar symbolizing Satan, amidextremely hot weather, during the annual hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia,

Hajj pilgrims suffer heat stroke, death from searing heat in Saudi Arabia

Stampedes, tent fires and other accidents have caused hundreds of deaths during Hajj in the past 30 year, but now the kingdom must protect pilgrims from the extreme heat; More than 2,700 pilgrims have been treated for heat related illness so far

Reuters | 06.18.24

Djerba's Ghriba synagogue pilgrimage subdued amid heightened security

Due to the Gaza conflict, the annual Jewish pilgrimage to Tunisia's Ghriba synagogue is scaled back to basic religious rituals, with heightened security and no festive processions; The synagogue, a historic site, now restricts entry to Jewish pilgrims only

AFP | 05.24.24

הצלמית וחלוקי אבני קוורץ צבעוניות

Hajj pilgrims performed mystic rituals on Eilat's mountains centuries ago

They came a long way: While traveling to Mecca from Egypt, pilgrims would request assistance from local mages on Eilat's mountains; A new study shows miniature altars, stone statues of naked women and goddesses, as well as colorful quartz pebbles

Ynet | 09.11.23

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