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Thursday, March 21, 2013
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Thursday, March 21, 2013
Peres presents Obama with Medal of Distinction
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GooglePeres presents Obama with the Medal of Distinction, the highest Israeli award possible.
“I am privileged to bestow upon you the Medal of Distinction,” Peres says. “It was recommended by a committee of seven prominent Israeli citizens, headed by our former Chief Justice Shamgar, and including our former president Navon. It was my view and I was glad to accept their recommendation.”
He then proposes a toast to the US president, “from a grateful nation to a great leader.” He thanks Obama in Hebrew.
“You inspire the world with your leadership,” he says.
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