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Peres to Dempsey: Iran is the Center of World Terror

U.S. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Martin Dempsey meets President Shimon Peres. "I assure you the U.S. is Israel's partner."

Netanyahu to Become 1st Israeli PM to Visit Cyprus

PM Binyamin Netanyahu is about to become the first Israeli prime minister to make a state visit to Cyprus.

Peres: Israel Didn't Kill Iranian Scientist

President Shimon Peres says Israel is not responsible for the assassination of a nuclear scientist in Tehran.

Peres Admits: I Held Secret Talks with Abbas

President Shimon Peres reveals he held secret talks with PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas, with PM Netanyahu's knowledge.

Peres: We Cannot Generalize When it Comes to Hareidim

President Shimon Peres: Condemn those who exclude women, but don't generalize to include those who don't.

Pre-Military Academy Heads to Meet With Peres

The heads of Israel's pre-military academies are slated to call on President Peres to strive for national unity amid growing tensions.

Peres Hints No Pardon for Katzav

President Shimon Peres said it was too early to address clemency for his predecessor, Moshe Katzav - but hinted he would "take a hard line"

Protest Outside Peres' Home: Release Jewish Prisoners

Dozens of people demonstrate outside the home of President Shimon Peres, demanding the release of Jewish prisoners.

Peres: Israel Closer than Ever to Military Action in Iran

President Shimon Peres: A military strike on Iran will probably solve the nuclear issue better than diplomacy. Time is running out.

Peres Meets With Bereaved Families

Families of terror victims met with President Shimon Peres to express outrage over the release of their family's murderers for Gilad Shalit.

Peres Meets Shalit Negotiating Team

President Shimon Peres meets the Israeli delegation that negotiated for Shalit's release, thanks them for their work.

President Peres Invites Israel to His Sukkah Party

One of the most fascinating trips for families in Jerusalem is a visit to the President's House -- especially for a visit to a sukkah party.

Chief Rabbis Condemn Mosque Fire, Say It May be Libel

Israel's chief rabbis condemn anti-Muslim acts while visiting burnt Tuba Zangria mosque. Rabbi Amar: Arson may be a blood libel.

Video: Peres Greets Diaspora Jews for Rosh Hashanah

President Shimon Peres: May we enjoy peace, security, maintain Jewish traditions and contribute to science and technology.

Ashton to Peres: "I Came to Support Peace"

EU Foreign Policy chair Catherine Ashton in Israel for meeting with Peres. "I wish only good for your country Israel."

Republicans in Israel - America Stands By Friends

This week's Republican Congressional delegation visiting Jerusalem also affirms America's relationship with Israel is "stronger than ever."

Mazal Tov and Happy 88th Birthday, Mr. President

One hundred children from the Galilee town of Kfar Tabor will sing "Happy Birthday" to President Shimon Peres Tuesday night. Mazal tov.

Report: Abbas and Peres Secretly Met Four Times

PA official says Mahmoud Abbas and President Shimon Peres had four secret meetings in an attempt to revive peace talks.

PA Media Says Peres 'Poisons' Sports Stars

PA-based newspaper accuses Israel, President Peres, of deliberately inviting sports stars it knows PA Arabs love to upset them.

Peres Cancels Meeting with Abbas

President Shimon Peres cancels a meeting with PA Chairman Abbas while Netanyahu reportedly agrees to resume talks.

Jordanian Journalists who Met Peres to be Investigated

Jordanian journalists who attended President Peres' press conference in honor of Ramadan will be investigated by the local union.

Did Netanyahu Scuttle Peres' Peace Move?

Yasser Abed Rabbo says Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu scuttled secret talks between Shimon Peres and Mahmoud Abbas last week.

PA: No Talks Being Held with Israel

PA spokesman Nabil Abu Rudeineh: Despite reports in Israeli media, no talks are taking place between Peres and Erakat.

Peres: No Reneging on Oslo

President says we are closer than ever to peace, is “moved” by Syrian protesters’ courage.

Peres to Award Prize for Study on Leftist Discrimination

President Peres will award a study on his own former discrimination against fallen soldiers from the political right.

Peres Accepts New Ambassadors Credentials

President Shimon Peres accepted credentials from five new ambassadors to Israel this week with a special emphasis on Israeli-Cypriot ties.

Netanyahu and Peres thank Greek President for Stopping Flotilla

President Peres and Prime Minister Netanyahu met with Greek Greek President Karolos Papoulias and thanked him for his support of Israel.

Officials Ignored Chief Rabbi’s Plea to Avoid Disgracing Rabbis

Chief Rabbi Amar says officials ignored pleas to meet with him to prevent the disgrace of arresting Rabbis Lior and Yosef for questioning.

OneFamily Fund Recognized for its Help to Terror Hit Families

On Wednesday, President Peres will honor the OneFamily Fund, a unique group that helps family members of terror attack victims go on living.

Reservists are IDF’s Elite, Says Peres

President Peres awards reservists for excellence and tells them they are a special elite force, as civilians who still fight for the country.

Peres at July 4th Celebration: Thank You For Being Our Friend

Peres during event in honor of U.S. Independence Day: Despite our differences, the U.S. and Israel share many things.

Iran 'Overstating' Its Abilities; Israel Ready

Netanyahu, Peres, Barak tell graduating IAF pilots Iran is overstating its abilities and, while Israel seeks peace, its first priority is security.

Is the ‘Peace Process’ the Road to War?

Last week, Peres warned a written peace deal on Jerusalem will cause a “world war.” Now, Mofaz says conflict is the fate of UN declaration of PA.

Colombia Pop Star ‘Shakira’ Skips, Shuns Politics in Visit

Colombian pop start Shakira visits Israel and unlike most stars, focuses on good will for children and shuns politics and anti-Israeli boycotts.

Peres Says Peace Possible Before September

Ignoring criticism that Israeli presidents serve a ceremonial rather than political role, Peres continues to push his peace agenda.

'Sheikh’ Peres Crowned in Bedouin Village

President Shimon Peres is now “Sheikh Peres,” crowned on Tuesday in traditional Bedouin garb during a visit to Hura, between Be’er Sheva and Arad.

No Damage After Lightning Strikes Peres' Plane

Lightning struck the plane which carried President Shimon Peres from Milan to Tel Aviv. The plane was not damaged, and Peres himself remained calm.

Report: Peres Continues Meeting With Abbas

President Peres and PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas were said to have met during celebrations in Italy to discuss reviving Israel-PA talks.

Peres Discusses Future Flotillas with Deputy UN Head

President held a working meeting with Dr. Asha Rose Migiro, Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations

Report: Peres Held Secret Meeting with Abbas

President Peres held a clandestine meeting with PA Chairman Abbas, and the two continue to communicate. Talks may have influenced Obama speech.

Peres to Italian Pres: Now is the Time for Israel-PA Talks

Advancing a personal foreign policy at odds with that of Israel's gov't, Peres tells Italian President now is the time for Israel-PA peace talks.

120 Soldiers Receive President's Award for Excellence

On Israel's 63rd Independence Day, 120 soldiers received the prestigious President's Award for Excellence from Israeli president Shimon Peres.

Katz: Peres Comments Show 'Disrespect' for Jews

MK Yaakov “Katz sharply criticized President Shimon Peres over his comments on expelling over 100,000 Jews from parts of Judea and Samaria.

Peres Threatens Judea and Samaria Expulsions?

President says the Jews who live outside the main settlement blocs should leave willingly or else...

Peres: Iran is a Danger to the Entire World

President Shimon Peres speaks at Shoah ceremony and reminds the world of its commitment to ensure a nuclear-free Iran.

Peres Rails Fatah-Hamas Agreement as 'Fatal Mistake’

The Hamas-Fatah agreement announced on Wednesday is “a fatal mistake” that will allow terrorists to rule Judea and Samaria, President Peres says.

Visitor Dwarfs Peres

President Shimon Peres, hailed by many as a political giant, was cut down to size by a visiting Lithuanian Thursday.

'Gaza Has Become a Terrorist State'

Gaza is already a terrorist state, President Peres tells ambassadors. UK, US condemn “cowardly” attack on bus.

Peres Scolds UN Ambassadors Over Bus Attack

President sounds angry note as news of missile attack on bus reaches him during a UN meeting.

Peres to U.S. Congress: Thank You for Your Support

President Shimon Peres met with members of the U.S. Congress and Senate. "Your friendship and support are meaningful," he said.

President Peres Says Israel Willing To Cede Golan to Syria

Israeli President Shimon Peres told CNN Israel was ready to "change the situation in the Golan Heights" in exchange for peace with Syria.

Peres Pleads to Obama for Pollard and Shalit

President Peres Tuesday asked Obama to free Jonathan Pollard and help bring kidnapped soldier Gilad Shalit back home. Iran also was on the agenda.

European Jewish Leaders Demand EU Atonement for Goldstone Report

European Jewish leaders ask the EU to retract its support of the Goldstone Report following the author’s admission that its findings were wrong.

Should Goldstone Apologize? Peres Says Yes; Lieberman Says No

Peres calls on Judge Richard Goldstone to publicly apologize for his report on alleged Israeli ’war crimes.' Lieberman: I don’t need his apology.

Peres To Meet Obama: ‘Peace Plan,’ Iran and – Maybe – Pollard

President Peres to fly to the US and meet with Obama: On the agenda: a new but secret idea to renew PA talks, Iran, Gaza – and maybe Pollard.

Peres Challenges British Media to be Fair; Says Time For Peace

In London, President Shimon Peres accused British media of bias. "We charge you with genocide", chanted protestors.

Israel and PA Discuss Man-Made Gaza Island for Air and Seaports

Israel and the Palestinian Authority discuss building air and seaports on a man-made island off Gaza while excluding Hamas, Israel TV reports.

Shimon Peres Pushes Scientific Cooperation in Switzerland

Shimon Peres talked science and regional politics in his two day visit to Switzerland

National Unity: Peres Pays Condolence Visit

President Shimon Peres paid a mutually honorable condolence call to the parents and daughter of Udi and Ruth Fogel on Thursday.

Peres Meets Madrid Soccer Stars

President Shimon Peres meets with the members of the Real Madrid soccer team. Peres: You are the best peace ambassadors there are.