It’s a disturbing time for Jews in Europe right now. But the conflict in Ukraine seems to be making that country a little more welcoming to its Jewish citizens, even as they continue leaving the country in large numbers.
Ukraine has been fighting Russia and pro-Russian rebels in its eastern provinces for months, leaving hundreds of captives on both sides. But just before the new year, the two sides exchanged prisoners in the largest swap deal of the war, including one Ukrainian soldier who already wants to get back to war.