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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

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

Rabbi Nachman's grave in Uman to be renovated in $2 million project

The Breslav Union in Uman announced a $2 million renovation of Rabbi Nachman’s gravesite, adding new prayer halls, a women’s section, accommodations for kohanim, and improved facilities; The project aims to ease overcrowding and enhance conditions for tens of thousands pilgrims who visit annually

Itamar Eichner | 08.24.25

Ukraine recognizes Rabbi Nachman’s grave in Uman as national heritage site

Ukraine has designated the grave of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov in Uman as a national heritage site, granting it top-level protection; move highlights Ukraine’s commitment to preserving Jewish heritage and strengthening ties with Israel

Itamar Eichner | 07.23.25

Aguna receives divorce after 2 years because her husband wanted to fly to Uman

The man realized that due to the travel ban issued against him by the rabbinical court, he would not be able to make a pilgrimage to the grave of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov for Rosh Hashanah and as a result he granted his wife a get, or Jewish legal divorce; 'It seems his love for the tzaddik was greater than his so-called love for his wife,' women's advocate says

Shilo Freid | 10.06.24

'Rosh Hashanah is non-negotiable': Thousands of Uman pilgrims face flight cancellations

More than 16,000 Israelis planning to travel to grave of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov in Uman via Moldova receive flight cancellations; Breslov Union chairman sends letter to Knesset members urging immediate action; 'The Israeli government created this crisis – it must resolve it'

Itamar Eichner, Shilo Freid | 09.13.24

Ukraine issues security warning for Israeli pilgrims traveling to Uman on Rosh Hashanah

Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry warns Israelis planning to visit the tomb of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov that the security situation poses a serious threat; Ukraine's ambassador to Israel: 'Do not become another innocent victim of the brutal Russian regime'

Itamar Eichner | 09.12.24

Moldova closes access to Uman for Israeli pilgrims: 'We will get there, we swam in a frozen river'

Moldova halts flights from Israel and closes the road to Uman due to Israeli debt and inability to provide security for Israelis; Breslov Hasidim determined to reach Uman for Rosh Hashanah

Shilo Freid, Edward Doks | 09.11.24

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

Government fails to coordinate Uman pilgrimage ahead of Rosh Hashanah

While thousands of Israelis and Jewish pilgrims are expected to travel to Ukraine for holiday tradition, no ministry is willing to take charge of arranging journey amid war and rising antisemitism

Shilo Freid | 08.25.24

Moldova introduces electronic visa system, complicating travel to Uman

Country's implementation of new system will de facto cancel the visa-waiver agreement between it and Israel, making Jewish pilgrimage to Uman difficult ahead of High Holidays

Itamar Eichner | 06.23.24

רבבות בתפילה בציון רבי נחמן בעיר אומן שבאוקראינה

7 Israelis arrested in Uman, 1 worshiper dies at rabbi's grave during holiday pilgrimage

Annual pilgrimage of Breslov Hasidim for Rosh Hashanah sees more than 45.000 Jews visit tomb of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov

I24NEWS | 09.18.23

חסידים סמוך לגבול בלארוס-אוקראינה, ארכיון

Israelis arrested in Ukraine after fatal car crash

Ukrainian woman dies in collision with car driven by three Israelis, who have since been taken into custody; Four others found to be in possession of drugs while on Uman pilgrimage

Attila Somfalvi, Itamar Eichner | 09.15.23

Nearly 5 million travelers expected to pass through Ben Gurion airport during holiday season

Israelis are primed to spend the upcoming holidays overseas, with US, UK, Cyprus popular destinations, and they will be able to smoke while they wait for their planes; Health ministry officials are irate about reintroducing airport smoking zones

Roi Rubinstein | 09.13.23

Netanyahu cautions against risky Uman trip: 'A lot of Jewish blood already shed in Europe'

Government approves NIS 4 million action plan aimed at assisting and improving the conditions for Israelis on pilgrimage to Uman, although ministers urge worshippers to avoid traveling at all amid the war in Ukraine

Itamar Eichner | 09.10.23

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