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Putin and Rabbi Lazar Promote Jewish Unity and Remembrance

1/29/2026

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On January 28, 2026, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar discussed the state of Jewish communities in Russia and Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Putin emphasized remembering the over one million Soviet Jews who suffered and linked it to Leningrad's liberation.
Rabbi Berel Lazar noted diverse participation in commemorations and mutual respect among Russia's religions.
Both leaders expressed pride in peaceful coexistence and shared values uniting the country.

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On January 28, 2026, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar discussed the state of Jewish communities in Russia and Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Putin emphasized remembering the over one million Soviet Jews who suffered and linked it to Leningrad's liberation.
Rabbi Berel Lazar noted diverse participation in commemorations and mutual respect among Russia's religions.
Both leaders expressed pride in peaceful coexistence and shared values uniting the country.