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Ukraine War's Toll: Jewish Community Faces Trauma and Loss

2/25/2026

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The ongoing war in Ukraine has deeply affected the Jewish community, with Sha’alavim in Kharkiv students desensitized to air raid sirens.
As the conflict marks its fourth anniversary, daily life includes service days for students to support elderly Jews.
The Jewish population, once about 40,000, has dwindled as many flee for safety.
Schools face trauma and disrupted education, while leaders urge emotional support and maintaining connections.

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Story summary

The ongoing war in Ukraine has deeply affected the Jewish community, with Sha’alavim in Kharkiv students desensitized to air raid sirens.
As the conflict marks its fourth anniversary, daily life includes service days for students to support elderly Jews.
The Jewish population, once about 40,000, has dwindled as many flee for safety.
Schools face trauma and disrupted education, while leaders urge emotional support and maintaining connections.