Rabbi Yaakov Jan, the rabbi of Uman in Ukraine, has urged Breslov hasidim to 'sacrifice oneself' for the journey to Uman for Rosh Hashanah, amid mounting tensions and travel obstacles. He addressed concerns over possible arrests of draft evaders at airports and called for peaceful resolution, emphasizing that the visits are brief and that no one stays in Uman long-term. Rabbi Jan recalled previous attempts to block travel during the pandemic, noting that those responsible faced political consequences. While Israeli authorities are grappling with border and funding challenges, local Ukrainian officials are reportedly cooperating with the pilgrimage. Israeli government officials are working to secure funding and prevent arrests, as thousands prepare for the annual pilgrimage.