Ex-hostage Sasha Troufanov wraps tefillin with Russian chief rabbi day after release

After nearly 500 days, Sasha was freed from Gaza captivity. The next morning, he turned to his faith.

Sasha Troponov meets with the chief rabbi of Russia the morning after his release.

Sasha Troponov meets with the chief rabbi of Russia the morning after his release.

(photo credit: GPO)

ByMICHAEL STARR

FEBRUARY 16, 2025 18:28

Updated: FEBRUARY 16, 2025 21:18

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