Bus Carrying Hasidic Pilgrims Involved in Accident on the Way to Uman

On the night of September 19, a traffic accident occurred on the Kyiv–Odesa highway involving a bus carrying Hasidic pilgrims to Uman for the celebration of Rosh Hashanah.

According to Odesa 24, fortunately, no one was injured in the incident. The bus sustained only minor mechanical damage. Thus, rumors about a serious crash that had been circulating on social media were not confirmed: there were no casualties or injuries.

Rosh Hashanah Celebrations in Uman

This year, Rosh Hashanah will be celebrated from September 22 to 24. Uman traditionally becomes the center of festivities, as it is the burial place of Rebbe Nachman, the founder of Breslov Hasidism.

Local authorities expect 30,000–35,000 pilgrims to arrive, while the Hasidic community itself speaks of a possible turnout of up to 50,000 visitors. To ensure public safety, Ukrainian law enforcement is being assisted by their Israeli counterparts.