President Shimon Peres besides the flag of Israel. Jerusalem, Israel. 22 October 2012.

President Shimon Peres hosts a state dinner in honor of Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev. The presidents deliver speeches to guests including senior political figures, diplomats and individuals from the economic, academic and cultural spheres.
Israeli President, Shimon Peres (R) and Bulgarian President, Rosen Plevneliev (L), in conversation at the dinner table at the Presidential Residence. Jerusalem, Israel. 22 October 2012.

President Shimon Peres hosts a state dinner in honor of Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev. The presidents deliver speeches to guests including senior political figures, diplomats and individuals from the economic, academic and cultural spheres.
Israeli President, Shimon Peres (L) and Bulgarian President, Rosen Plevneliev (R), enter the main hall of the President’s Residence as assembled guests applaud before a state dinner. Jerusalem, Israel. 22 October 2012.

President Shimon Peres hosts a state dinner in honor of Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev. The presidents deliver speeches to guests including senior political figures, diplomats and individuals from the economic, academic and cultural spheres.
Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev delivers a speech in honor of Israeli President Shimon Peres, his host at a state dinner, as the two exchange glances. Jerusalem, Israel. 22 October 2012.

President Shimon Peres hosts a state dinner in honor of Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev. The presidents deliver speeches to guests including senior political figures, diplomats and individuals from the economic, academic and cultural spheres.
Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev is greatly amused by Israeli President Shimon Peres’ recollection of the Macabbi Tel-Aviv football team, several decades ago, comprised mainly of Bulgarian immigrants. Jerusalem, Israel. 22 October 2012.

President Shimon Peres hosts a state dinner in honor of Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev. The presidents deliver speeches to guests including senior political figures, diplomats and individuals from the economic, academic and cultural spheres.
Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev delivers a speech in honor of Israeli President Shimon Peres, his host at a state dinner. Jerusalem, Israel. 22 October 2012.

President Shimon Peres hosts a state dinner in honor of Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev. The presidents deliver speeches to guests including senior political figures, diplomats and individuals from the economic, academic and cultural spheres.
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