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From war in Ukraine to home in Jerusalem

Detailed account of the “miraculous” journey of 100 children and 50 adult carers from Zhytomyr, Ukraine (see here previously) to the beautiful JNF-KKL Ness Harim forest school that is now their home and the help from Israelis everywhere. https://www.israel21c.org/ukrainian-orphans-find-unexpected-home-in-jerusalem-hills/

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Bar Mitzvah at the Kotel for Ukrainian orphans

Several of the 100 orphans evacuated to Israel from Zhytomyr, Ukraine, celebrated their B’nei Mitzvah at the Kotel (Western Wall) in Jerusalem. They were given tefillin sets and gift certificates for presents and new clothing. The girls had a B’not … Continue reading

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100 Jewish Ukraine orphans arrive in Israel

100 children, ages 2-18, traveled more than 400 miles by bus from the northern Ukrainian city of Zhytomyr to Romania before flying to Israel, where they were greeted by Prime Minister Naftali Bennett. Refugees on another flight showed their delight … Continue reading

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