Former Israeli prime minister Shimon Peres (AAP) Source: Former Israeli prime minister Shimon Peres (AAP)
Former Israeli prime minister and president Shimon Peres (shih-MON PAIR-ez) has died in hospital after suffering a recent stroke. The 93-year-old Mr Peres was a popular figure in Israel, serving twice as prime minister, then as president from 2007 until 2014. In 1994, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
Former Israeli prime minister and president Shimon Peres (shih-MON PAIR-ez) has died in hospital after suffering a recent stroke. The 93-year-old Mr Peres was a popular figure in Israel, serving twice as prime minister, then as president from 2007 until 2014. In 1994, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
