Protesters at a Russian rally opposed to legislation that would privatize land called for an end to the influence of “Zionist oligarchs” on Russian economic policy, according to the Union of Councils for Jews in the FSU. Graffiti near the protest, which included leaders of the Communist Party among the 500 demonstrators, called for violence against Jews.
Help ensure Jewish news remains accessible to all. Your donation to the Jewish Telegraphic Agency powers the trusted journalism that has connected Jewish communities worldwide for more than 100 years. With your help, JTA can continue to deliver vital news and insights. Donate today.
The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency includes articles published from 1923 to 2008. Archive stories reflect the journalistic standards and practices of the time they were published.
