Gaza hostage survivors Sasha Troufanov and Sapir Cohen announce engagement

In the months leading up to their engagement, the couple reunited after Troufanov was released from captivity after 498 days held by the Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

Former hostages, Sapir Cohen and Sasha Troufanov announce engagement, July 9, 2025.

Former hostages, Sapir Cohen and Sasha Troufanov announce engagement, July 9, 2025.

(photo credit: SOCIAL MEDIA)

ByJOANIE MARGULIES

JULY 9, 2025 17:15

Updated: JULY 10, 2025 19:18

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