Jewish pilgrims standoff aggravates tensions between Ukraine, Belarus

The Ukrainian presidency accuses Belarus of aggravating tensions along their shared border after Kyiv barred entry to more than 1,000 Hasidic Jewish pilgrims over coronavirus travel restrictions.

“We call on the Belarusian authorities to stop creating additional tension on the border,” a statement says, accusing Belarus of giving the pilgrims false hope they would be allowed to enter Ukraine.

AFP

Most Popular
If you’d like to comment, join
The Times of Israel Community.
Join The Times of Israel Community
Commenting is available for paying members of The Times of Israel Community only. Please join our Community to comment and enjoy other Community benefits.
Please use the following structure: example@domain.com
Confirm Mail
Thank you! Now check your email
You are now a member of The Times of Israel Community! We sent you an email with a login link to . Once you're set up, you can start enjoying Community benefits and commenting.