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Record Number of Hasidic Pilgrims Celebrate New Year in Ukraine – Reports

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Record Number of Hasidic Pilgrims Celebrate New Year in Ukraine – Reports

16:26 05/09/2013

A record number of Jewish pilgrims have reportedly gathered in a central Ukrainian town to celebrate the Jewish New Year, despite the erection of a crucifix near a Hasidic prayer site and alleged vandalism.

Russian Press at a Glance, Tuesday, September 3, 2013
09:34 03/09/2013
A brief look at what is in the Russian papers today
Ukrainian Flees Lovers Quarrel by Crossing Border in Stolen Tractor
21:31 02/09/2013
A Ukrainian man who got into a fight with his girlfriend in a Russian border village stole her father’s tractor and made an apparently unlawful run for the border, local media reported.
Russia Triumphs at Rhythmic Worlds with 6 Golds
18:34 01/09/2013
Russia underlined its dominance in rhythmic gymnastics Sunday, topping the medal table at the world championships that finished on Sunday in Kiev, Ukraine.
Kudryavtseva Wins Individual Gold at Rhythmic Worlds
21:16 30/08/2013
Russia’s Yana Kudryavtseva won gold in the individual all-around at the world rhythmic gymnastics championships in Kiev on Friday.
Kiev, Moscow Finalize Deal on An-124 Heavy-Lift Plane
20:04 30/08/2013
Ukraine and Russia are set to sign off on a joint production deal to modernize the An-124 heavy lift transport aircraft, with the final document to be signed in September, a Ukrainian government news bulletin said Friday.
Ukraine to Vote on EU/Customs Union Affiliation – Yanukovych
17:07 30/08/2013
Ukraine will decide through popular vote whether to sign a free-trade pact with the European Union or join the rival Russia-led Customs Union with Belarus and Kazakhstan, Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych said Friday.
Ukrainian Comics Set Up Satirical Party
11:04 30/08/2013
A popular Ukrainian comedy group has unveiled plans to set up a comic party, in an apparent bid to make fun of the country’s politicians, the UNIAN news agency reported Friday.
Kiev Sure to Sign Free-Trade Zone Deal With EU – President
23:45 29/08/2013
Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych said Thursday that he was convinced his country would sign a free-trade deal with the European Union as part of a broader association agreement.
Ukraine’s Bloodiest Serial Killer Dies in Jail – Officials
13:49 29/08/2013
The bloodiest serial killer in Ukraine’s history, who slaughtered entire families including women and children, died in jail earlier this week age 54, an official said.
Ukraine Shows Willingness to Negotiate With Russia on Trade
20:48 28/08/2013
Ukraine, in an effort to stave off mounting trade pressure from Russia, signaled willingness at a Cabinet meeting on Wednesday to negotiate trade agreements with its eastern neighbor.
Cuba Gets 3rd An-158 Plane, Signs Deal for 3 More
19:56 28/08/2013
Ukraine’s Antonov aircraft maker has handed over a third An-158 passenger airliner to Cuba and signed a contract for the delivery of three more, Ukraine’s UNIAN news agency reported Wednesday.
Sudanese Rebels Release Crew of Captured Mi-8 Helicopter
18:38 28/08/2013
Two Ukrainian nationals who were part of the crew on board a Russian-made helicopter seized by Sudanese rebels earlier this month have been released, a Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesman said Wednesday.
Russian Press at a Glance, Tuesday, August 27, 2013
10:36 27/08/2013
A brief look at what is in the Russian papers today
Russian Press at a Glance, Monday, August 26, 2013
10:58 26/08/2013
A brief look at what is in the Russian papers today
Russian Cossacks Rally Against High-Heeled Ukrainian 'Kazaky'
19:56 25/08/2013
Russian Cossacks rallied, yelled homophobic slurs and sang their traditional song on Saturday in an Urals city to protest a show by their high-heeled and androgynous namesakes from a Ukrainian band.
Russian Actor Apologizes for Hate Speech in Ukraine
16:24 23/08/2013
Saying sorry for racist remarks was an unusual role for a Russian character actor who mostly plays crooks and cops and reportedly likes swinger parties and nudist beaches.
Ukraine-EU Deal to Entail Protective Measures – Putin
04:05 23/08/2013
The Moscow-led Customs Union of Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan may have to use protective measures should Ukraine sign an association agreement with the European Union, Russian President Vladimir Putin has said.5
Uncertain World: Russia and Ukraine on the Verge of a Decisive Choice
17:56 22/08/2013
Russian-Ukrainian relations are again at the center of attention. Attempts to improve cooperation have quickly ground to a halt. The enmity created by Viktor Yushchenko’s term as president of Ukraine has not resurfaced. But while relations have become more intensive (in terms of the number of meetings), they lack substance.1
Ukraine to Extradite Suspected Far Right Group Killer Next Month
11:07 22/08/2013
Ukraine is to extradite to Russia next month a suspected Russian nationalist who the Russian authorities want on charges of murder, arms trafficking, and participation in an extremist group.

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