Zelensky lights Hanukkah candles with rabbis of Ukraine

According to Ukrinform, Zelensky posted this on Facebook.

“Today is both Christmas and the beginning of Hanukkah. It is very good that in Ukraine we can celebrate such hidays with respect for each other, communicate, live together and wish different pele the same victory – the victory of light over darkness,” Zelensky said.

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According to him, this particular Hanukkah menorah was presented by Argentine President Javier Milei during his inauguration last December.

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“I congratulate the Jewish community on the hiday. I wish Jewish families peace, joy and generous fortune. Let Hanukkah burn in every home, give strength and fill with new hes, strengthen faith in the power of truth and justice,” Zelensky said.

As reported, this year, Jews begin celebrating Hanukkah, also known as the “Festival of Lights” or “Festival of Eight Candles,” on December 25. The celebration will last eight days.