Russian Jews
The Jews of Russia
The territories of the former Russian Empire were the cradle of Jewish modernity, the birthplace of Zionism and Jewish socialism, and a major center of the Hasidic movement.
Natan Sharansky
A former Soviet dissident, Sharansky spent nine years in prison and became the face of the movement to free Jews living under communism.
16 Jews from Ukraine Who Changed the World
Jews from Ukraine have made essential contributions to Jewish thought and culture, and have also brought world-class talent to science, art, politics and more.
Israel’s Vibrant Jewish Ethnic Mix
Just because Israel is a Jewish country doesn't mean all its Jews are the same.
