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I'm staying for those who cannot flee, pledges Kyiv Chief Rabbi

Women aged 101 and 104 among elderly left in capital facing siege by Putin's forces

February 27, 2022 11:55
Rabbi Jonathan Benyamin Markovitch
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The Chief Rabbi of Kyiv has pledged to stay and care for those who are unable to flee as Russian forces continue their assault on Ukraine’s capital.

Speaking to the JC, Rabbi Jonathan Markovitch revealed a woman aged 101 and another aged 104 are among the elderly members of the community left in the city under siege from Putin’s armies.

He also explained he is helping “everybody who needs help”, Jews and non-Jews alike, including opening up his synagogue basement to anyone seeking shelter.

Rabbi Markovitch said: “Most of the people that can run, they are not staying here. I understand them.

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