KIEV, Ukraine — Facing strong criticism by Jewish leaders for his government’s silence on a recent surge in anti-Semitic attacks, Ukrainian President Viktor Yuschenko met with Jewish leaders to assuage their fears and affirm his commitment to fighting anti-Semitism. He did so partly by blaming “external forces” interested in destabilizing Ukraine, singling out Russia.
Ukraine Jews Wait For Significant Action On Anti-Semitism
KIEV, Ukraine — Facing strong criticism by Jewish leaders for his government’s silence on a recent surge in anti-Semitic attacks, Ukrainian President Viktor Yuschenko met with Jewish leaders to assuage their fears and affirm his commitment to fighting anti-Semitism. He did so partly by blaming “external forces” interested in destabilizing Ukraine, singling out Russia.