Israel warns Moscow about ‘consequences' amid Jewish Agency row Banning a key agency in Russia would have a “grave” impact on ties between the two countries, Israeli PM warned The anticipated closure of The Jewish Agency in Russia will have a serious impact on Russia-Israel relations, Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid warned on Sunday. The quasi-governmental organization, which promotes the repatriation of Jews to Israel, has been targeted by Russia's Justice ministry over alleged violations of local law. “Prime Minister Lapid said in the meeting that ties with Russia are important to Israel. The Jewish community in Russia is large...