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Father of Fallen Hero to Write Wedding Contract for Eli-H Cohen and Ziv Avud

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First reported by Walla · 3 hours ago

What happened

Eli-H Cohen and Ziv Avud will have Moshe Shapira, father of fallen hero Iner Shapira, write their wedding ketubah, symbolizing closure nearly three years after the October 7 massacre. Their wedding on August 19, 2026, will honor memory and life.

  • 01Eli-H Cohen and Ziv Avud will marry on August 19, 2026, marking a significant moment of closure.
  • 02Moshe Shapira, father of fallen hero Iner Shapira, will write their ketubah.
  • 03Iner Shapira died heroically saving lives during the October 7 attack at Re'im.
  • 04The couple describes this as a powerful symbol of choosing life and love after tragedy.
  • 05They express gratitude for the special connection with Moshe Shapira.
  • 06The wedding will also serve as a remembrance of the October 7 massacre victims.

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Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

MaarivCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Father of Fallen Hero to Write Wedding Contract for Eli-H Cohen and Ziv Avud
WallaCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Father of Hero Who Saved Hostages to Write Ketubah for Freed Captive and Fiancée

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