jewish community of russia

In an ultra-wealthy Moscow suburb, a luxurious JCC opens its doors

Even amid growing Jewish emigration, the community has opened a new $20 million center, replete with a 400-person sanctuary, a small cinema and luxury guest rooms.

Chabad Russia’s competitors open massive new synagogue east of Moscow

The new synagogue in Saratov will soon be joined by a Chabad-affiliated one, senior Lubavitch rabbi from Moscow says.

Why Putin embraces Jews, but not gays

JTA’s Europe reporter tries to figure out why Russian President Vladimir Putin is willingness to tarnish his tolerance credentials with blatant homophobia.

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