Overview

• Israeli authorities earmarked NIS 10 million to support Rosh Hashanah travel to Rabbi Nachman of Breslov’s grave in Uman.
• Funding will be drawn from the Foreign, Transportation, Interior, and Jerusalem Affairs and Heritage ministries.
• The plan routes pilgrims through Moldova because direct flights into Ukraine remain unavailable after Russia’s 2022 invasion.
• The commitment was conveyed by Moldova’s prime minister in a call with Benjamin Netanyahu, according to Moldova’s ambassador.
• Reports say Shas leader Aryeh Deri is in talks with Israel’s Defense Ministry on travel exemptions for Haredi men under restrictions, with officials expecting tens of thousands of participants.