Ukraine

In 1792, the community was miraculously saved when a Russian attack on the synagogue, mistakenly thought to be a fortress, led to an intact shell breaching its walls.

Natalia never imagined the depth of her son Mark's understanding, diagnosed with profound autism, until the day he took paper and colors to start drawing. Since then, he's been drawing non-stop, reflecting emotions, depth, and a lot of feelings in his artwork. "I regret the years we didn't understand him," she shares.

After 15 years of mission work in Ukraine, the Gutfarbs receive news of a lifetime: a son is on the way after 21 years of marriage. However, they suddenly find themselves refugees, back in Israel, facing uncertainty.

After 8 inspiring days at the 'Yeka' Winter Camp in Ukraine, a camper underwent a brit milah and chose the name Yosef Yitzchak. Here's why.

Hannah Breutman grew up in Ukraine, the fourth generation in a family detached from mitzvot. By a remarkable intervention of divine providence, she drew close to Judaism and even moved to Israel. Today, as a mother and a renowned early childhood consultant, she is certain: "Hashem picked me out with tweezers and brought me closer to Him."

Daniel Kaplan always knew he was Jewish, but life in post-Communist Ukraine wasn't easy. His questions about his origins led him on a long journey, which ultimately provided the answers he sought. "You can't escape the truth," he says.

The town of Okop, famed as the birthplace of the Baal Shem Tov, appears to be a mystery.