Shimon Peres is a Polish-born Israeli statesman and Nobel Laureate. He is the current President of the State of Israel. In this interview with Leon Charney, Peres talks about his vision of the future of the Middle East and Israel. Last Aired: February 24, 2014 Other Airings: January 12, 2014 & August 25, 2013 From: January 4, 2004 Edited Original Broadcast Date: January 26, 1997