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World's Largest Date on Display in President's Sukkah

The Agricultural Ministry will present to visitors in President Shimon Peres' Sukkah the world's largest date, grown in Israel.

Israel Remembers 2,673 Fallen in Yom Kippur War

Memorial held for those who died in battle 40 years ago protecting Israel from joint Egyptian-Syrian invasion.

Netanyahu Links US Response in Syria to Iran

Despite regional doubts over US resolve, Israeli President Shimon Peres voices confidence over Obama administration's Syria policy.

Peres: Assad will Disappear – One Way or the Other

Syrian president ‘has lost the right to be a leader,’ Peres declares.

Ignoring Details, Peres Says Oslo Was a 'Great Idea'

1,500 Israelis have been killed by terrorists since the signing of the Oslo Accords, but Shimon Peres still thinks they were a great idea

Peres: Syria Committed a ‘Crime Against Humanity’

Israeli President Shimon Peres addresses the tense situation in Syria and calls for an international intervention.

Peres to Hareidi Youth: Be Like the Rambam

Peres sits down with hareidi youth, calls for hareidi Jews to attend college, enter the workforce. ‘Be like the Rambam.’

The Diplomatic Paramedic

Peres Welcomes New Chief Rabbis, Snubs Old Ones

Peres welcomes new Chief Rabbis of Israel in formal ceremony; outgoing Chief Rabbis not invited.

Peres Hosts GOP Representatives

The sanctions against Iran are important in the struggle against its becoming a nuclear state, Peres tells Eric Cantor.

Peres to EU: Put the Boycott on Hold

President Peres urges EU to freeze its boycott during talks, says EU support will help bring peace.

Peres in Lithuania Highlights Reasons for Strong Ties to Israel

President Shimon Peres has been explaining the reasons for strengthening Lithuanian ties with Israel, and why the EU ban on Yesha is wrong.

Peres Politely Asks Europe to Step Out of Mideast Affairs

President Peres politely suggested the EU step out of Mideastern affairs while talks are on between Israel and the Palestinian Authority.

Latvia’s President Avoiding Holocaust Memorial with Pres. Peres

Latvian President Andris Berzins is avoiding participating in a Holocaust memorial with Pres. Shimon Peres during his visit to Latvia

Peres, Livni Commend EU Hizbullah Ban as ‘Wise Step’

Pres. Shimon Peres commended the European Union’s partial ban of the Hizbullah terrorist organization as a “necessary, wise step”

Peres Hosts Arab Leaders, Hails Resumption of Peace Talks

"Don't listen to the skeptics. Peace is possible," says always optimistic President Shimon Peres.

President Peres' Message of Peace to Muslims for Ramadan

On the eve of the Jewish fast of Tisha B'Av, Pres. Shimon Peres sent a message of peace to Muslims for the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.

MK: Wishing Peres Health – Physical and Mental

MK Yogev: Peres’ continuing promotion of his two-state idea is hurting the nation.

Peres: America the Greatest Giver in Modern History

"Peace is a moral call from our Torah," says President Shimon Peres as Americans celebrate 4th of July.

Kerry's Meetings 'Positive', Say Officials

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has been having “positive” meetings in the Middle East, according to officials.

PM: Peace Intrinsically Linked to Israel Self-Defense

PM: Any peace deal with the Palestinian Authority must be based on Israel's ability to defend itself if the agreement breaks down.

Miriam Adelson to Birthright Kids: Have More Jewish Babies

Thousands of Jews from around the world on Wednesday night held a “Bar-Mitzvah celebration” for the Birthright (Taglit) program

President on 'Kim Il Peres' Complaints: That's Democracy

While thousands came from around the world to honor Shimon Peres this week, some Israeli commentators complained about costs

Peres Criticized for 90th Birthday Extravaganza

Journalists, MKs and the Israeli public all criticized President Shimon Peres for the lavish production in honor of his 90th birthday.

Clinton Admits 'No Perfect Solutions' in Israel-PA Conflict

Former US Pres. Bill Clinton admitted Wednesday at the 5th Presidential Conference there are no perfect solutions to the Israel-PA conflict.

Pres. Peres Honors Bill Clinton w/ Presidential Medal

Pres. Shimon Peres awarded Israel's highest honor to former U.S. President Bill Clinton on Wednesday: the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Netanyahu: Israel Must be Strong

Prime Minister says: I learned from Shimon Peres that we must extend our hand in peace, but always be prepared to defend Israel.

Peres Touts Peace in Birthday Speech

We must turn Israel from the Promised Land into a land of promise, says President Shimon Peres during lavish 90th birthday celebration.

President Peres Marks 90th Birthday With Lavish Celebration

Heads of state, public figures, and celebrities gather in Jerusalem to mark the 90th birthday of Israeli President Shimon Peres.

Jerusalem Infused With Stars for Peres Celebration

An array of stars, politicians and public figures are in Jerusalem to take part in President Shimon Peres's 90th birthday celebrations.

Clinton at Kotel: 'Eye Opening Experience'

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton visits the Kotel, expresses “continued admiration” for Jewish heritage.

Peres Weighs in on Abu Ghosh Graffiti

President speaks with Abu Ghosh Mayor and condemns last night's incident.

Video: Happy Birthday, Mr. President – and Thanks for Oslo

Video editor's creation reminds Peres of the carnage his 'peace' adventure has caused, 20 years onward.

In '$500k Speech,' Clinton Praises, Lectures Israelis

In a sometimes rambling speech, an aging Bill Clinton praised Israel's high tech and lectured on the need for Israeli concessions

Fifth Annual President's Conference to Begin Next Week

A slew of speakers will gather in Jerusalem next week for the start of the fifth annual Israeli Presidential Conference.

Peres: The Palestinians Will Have their Own State

President Shimon Peres once again expresses support for a “two-state solution”.

Israel Will Help Boost Colombian Economy: Peres

President Shimon Peres vows that Israel would help develop Colombia's economy, as he welcomed his Colombian counterpart Juan Manuel Santos.

JNF Withdraws from $500,000 Clinton Event

Following outrage in Israel and abroad, the Jewish National Fund says it won't pay former U.S. President $500,000 to speak at a gala.

JNF to Pay Bill Clinton Foundation $500K for Clinton Visit

Former president is coming to Israel to honor President Shimon Peres and to partake in JNF event.

Bennett: "This is our Land, and it's not for Sale"

Economy and Trade Minister Naftali Bennett speaks out in response to President Peres' remarks in Jordan.

Steinitz: Peres is Not a Spokesman for the Government

President Peres does not represent the Israeli government's views when he calls to resume peace talks, notes Minister Yuval Steinitz.

Peres and Abbas Meet in Jordan

Hours after he publicly called for resumption of peace talks, President Peres held a one-on-one meeting with PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.

Bennett: Peres is Wrong about 'Peace'

Economics Minister says a majority of Israelis do not want to retreat to 1967 lines.

Peres Lauds 'Arab Initiative'

Speaking in Jordan, president says "Arab Peace Initiative" is a meaningful change and a strategic opportunity.

Jordanians Stage Walkout on Israelis at WEF

Jordanian reporters walked out when Israeli journalists and officials entered the communications center at the World Economic Forum

‘Peres, When Are You Going to Wake Up?’

Attorney calls for Peres to wake up from dream of 1967 ‘borders,’ is censored by Peres’ staff.

Peres: Peace Between Israel, PA 'Real Possibility'

Peres maintains that peace between Israel and PA is “a real possibility,” adding that time should not be wasted in reaching agreement.

Peres to Claim ‘Overwhelming Majority’ Favor 1949 Border

President Peres reportedly plans to tell Arab leaders that most Israelis favor a return to 1949-1967 borders.

Peres: No Compromises With Iran

President Peres tells German Foreign Minister that there should be no compromise with Iran so long as it continues its nuclear activities.

Jordan Summons Israeli Ambassador, Peres Sends Calming Message

President Shimon Peres sends a calming message to Jordan, after it summons the Israeli ambassador over an incident at the Temple Mount.

Peres to Meet Pope Francis at Vatican, Receive Medal for Peace

President Shimon Peres is set to meet Pope Francis on a three-day visit to Italy, where he will receive the Medal of Honor for Peace.

Jordanian Party Expels MP for Meeting 'Criminal' Peres

A Jordanian party has expelled one of its members for attending a reception with Israeli President Shimon Peres.

‘Settlers’ to Peres: This Time, Don’t Politicize Herzl Day

Samaria residents ask the president not to use Herzl Day speech for political controversy.

Hagel in Israel to Discuss Iran and Syria

U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel arrives in Israel on Sunday, where he will kick off a trip to the Middle East.

Peres: I Won't Run For President Again

President Shimon Peres does not plan to seek another term in office, he told Israeli media outlets Tuesday night

Peres, PM Express Condolences Over Boston Deaths

President Shimon Peres, along with Prime Minister Netanyahu, hosted the annual reception for foreign diplomats and consular staff in Israel

Peres on Independence Day: 65 Years of Ongoing Miracles

President Shimon Peres speaks of the “ongoing miracles” in special video greeting for Independence Day.

Peres: I Don't Regret the Oslo Accords

"There were terror attacks against Jews as back as 1937, long before Oslo," says President Peres during an Independence Day interview.

Peres Pays Condolence Visit to Rabbi Ovadia

"It is good that there is a family like this, that exudes Torah," President tells bereaved father of Rabbi Yaakov Yosef.

Peres: Obama Will Attack Iran if Diplomacy Fails

"I have no doubt that if diplomatic talks fail with Iran, Obama will conduct a military attack," Peres tells Israeli newspaper.