Peres 'feels well', but to remain in hospital

92-year-old former Israeli President was hospitalized with chest pains and irregular heartbeat.

Shimon Peres hospitalized

Two weeks after heart attack, former president hospitalized again for irregular heartbeat after feeling ill.

Obama calls Peres after heart attack, leaves him glowing

Peres lauds Obama's 'courage' and 'diplomacy' after the latter calls him, says doctors worked to 'improve my heart.'

Shimon Peres to Israel: “Close Your Eyes”

Shimon Peres released from hospital, returning to work

Former President, Nobel Peace Prize winner suffered minor heart attack last Thursday.

Peres says Arab terror is 'a protest'

Israel has not done enough to understand the reasons behind Arab terror, former president told German magazine.

Peres making an 'excellent' recovery from heart problem

After surgery ex-president reportedly still set on flying to World Economic Forum in Davos, as he reads about Stalin's daughter.

Shimon Peres recovering from minor heart attack

Israel's ninth President and two-time former Prime Minister admitted to Tel Hashomer hospital with chest pains.

Peres's office denies death rumors: He's alive and well

An explosion on Shimon Peres Street? An obituary for a man of the same name? What caused false report of former president's death?

Peres: West needs to 'redirect' young ISIS terrorists

Now that he is a former President, Shimon Peres has a lot to say about the rise of ISIS, and other matters.

Peres: Abbas is fighting terrorism

Former President claims PA chairman is a partner for peace, says Netanyahu is failing to promote a diplomatic initiative.

Former President Yitzhak Navon passes away

Yitzhak Navon, the fifth president of Israel, passes away at age 94.

Peres insists: Abbas still a peace partner

Despite Palestinian Authority incitement, chairman Mahmoud Abbas 'has come out against terrorism,' former president insists.

Through thick and thin

Matisyahu Urges Diaspora Jews: Visit Israel No Matter What

In Israel for Jerusalem concert, reggae star meets Shimon Peres, says security situation shouldn't deter Jews from visiting.

Former President Peres Plays Down Islamist Violence in Jaffa

Ancient Israeli port city is 'a showcase' for Jewish-Arab coexistence, Peres says, blaming 'very extreme' Islamic Movement for riots.

Watch: 'High Fives' from Shimon Peres

Former Israeli President poses as high school student for video campaign promoting math, science education.

Bennett: Leadership Must Pursue National Objectives

Both Education Minister and former president stress the importance of students well-skilled in math for Israel's technological future.

Shimon Peres Lauded by U2's Bono

'Don't give up on the two-state solution,' superstar frontman of U2 urges the veteran Israeli politician during concert in Toronto.

Entebbe Notes Show Skeptical Peres Questioning Operation

39 years later, documents have surfaced that show a debate on the likelihood of a successful rescue of the Entebbe hostages.

Israeli Officials Refuse Meeting with Orange CEO

CEO Stephane Richard to apologize personally to Prime Minister Netanyahu for boycott blunder, but multiple other meetings rebuffed.

Peres: There is a Majority in Israel for 'Two-State Solution'

Speaking in Jordan, former President calls for the resumption of peace talks between Israel and the PA.

Hamas Thanks Morocco for Disinviting Peres

Hamas head thanks leading Moroccan politician after 'Zionist' Peres blocked from international conference in Marrakesh.

Shimon Peres to Advise Teva Pharmaceuticals in Lucrative Deal

Consulting job to the tune of $10,000 per month reportedly on the table; details have not been finalized.

Morocco: Shimon Peres Branded a 'Child Killer'

Pro-Palestinian groups in Rabat call for the former President's arrest before an upcoming visit, claiming he is a 'terrorist.'

Peres Cancels Bank Hapoalim Contract

Former President cancels $30,000/month contract with Bank Hapoalim, says the money was meant for social projects.

'Money-Loving' Peres Criticized Over Bank Hapoalim Contract

MKs from both left and right criticize report that former President will promote Bank Hapoalim for $30,000 a month.

Bank Hapoalim to Pay Shimon Peres $30,000 a Month

Former president has signed contract to help promote Bank Hapoalim's affairs; adviser claims Peres only involved in bank's work overseas.

Shimon Peres Expresses Support for Yitzhak Herzog

Former president Shimon Peres says Thursday he endorses 'responsible' and 'dedicated' Yitzhak Herzog for prime minister.

Peres's Residence Found to have Breached Regulations

State Comptroller criticizes Presidential Residence mismanagement under Peres, noting disregard of past reports, employment foul-ups.

Lauder: Peres Works Like a 21-Year-Old

World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder lavishes praise on former Israeli president and his contribution to Israel.

Peres, Rivlin Mourn Saudi King for Stance on Middle East

Presidents past and present are saddened over Saudi King's death Friday - but for very different reasons.

Peres as PM Met US President Month Before Elections

Leftist hypocrisy? Netanyahu has received heavy flak for Congress address 2 weeks ahead of elections, but Peres did more 19 years ago.

Arab Labor Party Hopeful Defends Testimony for Terrorist Convict

Prospective Labor MK Zuhair Bahloul provided testimony on behalf of the family of a Galilee Arab convicted of terrorism with Hezbollah.

Peres: A Great Leader Must Serve the People

Former President hints that he would like to see someone replace Netanyahu, says time has come to 'make the best of the situation.'

'Until Proven Otherwise, Herzog is a Criminal'

Terror victims campaigner Dr. Aryeh Bachrach, in interview with Arutz Sheva, slams 'subversion' of Livni and Herzog before elections.

Former Black Panther Head Blasts Peres' 'Hypocrisy' on Poverty

'Peres's talk of poverty infuriating,' former MK and Israeli Black Panthers leader tells Arutz Sheva, says Left and Right equally to blame.

Herzog to Likud: Stop Attacking Peres and Confront Me

Labor leader blasts the Likud party after it exchanged jabs with former President Shimon Peres over poverty.

Danon: Israel Paying the Price for Lapid

Following the publication of Latet's Alternative Poverty Report, Yesh Atid, Likud and Shimon Peres quickly strike up blame game.

Likud and Peres in Showdown Over Social Justice

Peres charges PM 'all talk,' at which Likud lists achievements and asks 'what has left done?'; 'Peres's b-day could have fed thousands.'

Presidents Past and Present Attack Jewish State Law

Former President Peres and current President Rivlin criticize Jewish State Law and PM Netanyahu in speeches at Ben Gurion memorial.

Peres: My Grandfather Was Also Murdered Wrapped in His Tallit

Former president visits families of Jewish victims murdered in synagogue, calls for a 'better relation of brotherhood' among mankind.

PLO Flags Waved at Rabin Memorial in Tel Aviv

MK Yogev strikes back at 'radical left' for co-opting Rabin; Peres: 'those who despair of peace are hallucinatory, naive and unpatriotic.'

New Haifa Neighborhood Named After Peres

Former President Shimon Peres inaugurates new neighborhood in Haifa, Neot Peres, named after himself.

What Has Shimon Peres Been Doing Since Stepping Down?

Peres reveals how he has been filling his days since leaving the presidency with a quirky video - but not everyone is enamored.

PA Calls Youth Goodwill Soccer Game 'Crime Against Humanity'

Peres's 'peace' game for Israeli and Arab kids was 'immoral crime' by 'sick souls' says PA, calling to 'settle accounts' with organizers.

Peres Calls to End Gaza Campaign, Evokes Outrage

Former President Shimon Peres evokes outrage when he says the operation in Gaza "has run its course".

Reuven Rivlin Sworn In as Israel's Tenth President

Ceremony overshadowed by Gaza operation; both President Peres and incoming President Rivlin address Israeli war effort.

Rivlin to Be Sworn In as President, In Modest Ceremony

Israel's tenth president, Reuven Rivlin, will enter office in a low-key event, due to ongoing fighting.

Peres: Ground Offensive Could Happen 'Quite Soon'

'We waited one day, two days, three days and they continued, and they spread their fire on more areas in Israel.'

Murdered Arab Teen's Family 'Refused' Peres Visit

Abu Khder family refused presidential and possibly rabbinical visit as well, took Netanyahu's call 'by accident.'

President Shimon Peres Insists Hamas, Fatah Separate

Peres ignores Hamas-Fatah unity pact in Peace Conference remarks, claims that Palestinian Authority wants peace.

Peres Vows 'Justice' to Murdered Arab Teen's Family

Shimon Peres expresses his 'shame' for Jews' alleged involvement in murder, states he will 'not compromise on justice.'

Peres Advocates Talks, Cease Fire Despite Attacks

President calls to fight Hamas after rocket fire escalates, but holds out for peace talks with PA as riots rage - and even a ceasefire.

Netanyahu Vows: 'Hamas Will Pay' for Boys' Murder

'Revenge for the blood of a teenager or young man is not the devil's work,' Netanyahu said. 'Hamas is responsible, Hamas will pay.'

Goodbye Washington, Hello Kurdistan

Ban to Peres: We Take Kidnapping Very Seriously

In a meeting with President Peres, UN chief says the body condemns the kidnapping of three students.

Peres: Obama Has Done Lots for Israel

President Shimon Peres says American President has done things for Israel that others would not have.

Peres Tells Congress 'Arabs Are Not Enemies of Israel'

Peres receives Congressional Gold Medal; praises 'peace partner' Abbas, tells skeptics: 'believe me.'

Peres: Obama Agreed to 'Consider' Deal to Free Pollard

After a meeting with Brack Obama, Shimon Peres said that it appeared Jonathan Pollard's case would be reconsidered by the US.

Peres Asks Obama: Release Pollard on Humanitarian Grounds

In his final visit to Washington as Israel's president, Peres tells Obama that Jonathan Pollard should be released for humanitarian reasons.