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Ukraine Strikes Russian Energy Hubs with Missiles and Drones

A n artilleryman of the 44th Separate Artillery Brigade, named after Hetman Danylo Apostol, of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, carries a cartridge as he prepares to fire a M777 Howitzer towards Russian troops. On December 25, 2025 , Ukraine launched a coordinated assault on Russian energy infrastructure, deploying Storm Shadow cruise missiles alongside long-range drones . According to the Ukrainian General Staff, the strikes hit the Novoshakhtinsk oil refinery in Russia’s Rostov region, one of southern Russia’s largest suppliers of diesel and jet fuel for the military. Multiple explosions were reported, and the facility was forced offline. In addition to the refinery, Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) confirmed drone attacks on facilities in Temryuk and Orenburg . Fuel tanks in Temryuk caught fire, while a gas processing plant in Orenburg was shut down, further disrupting Russia’s energy output. Ukrainian officials stated that these operations are designed to undermine Russia’s milit...

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Passover 2025: A Celebration of Freedom and Tradition

 

Passover, also known as Pesach, is a significant Jewish holiday that commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. In 2025, Passover begins at sundown on Saturday, April 12, and concludes at nightfall on Sunday, April 20.

This eight-day festival is rich in traditions and rituals. It starts with the Seder, a ceremonial meal held on the first two nights (or just the first night in Israel). The Seder includes storytelling, symbolic foods, and the recitation of prayers, all aimed at retelling the story of the Exodus. Throughout the holiday, leavened products are avoided, and matzah, an unleavened bread, is eaten to honor the haste with which the Israelites left Egypt.

Passover is not only a time for reflection and gratitude but also a celebration of freedom and resilience. It serves as a reminder of the enduring spirit of a people who overcame adversity to forge a new path.

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