Delegations from 75 countries pay tribute to Shimon Peres

Name: Delegations from 75 countries pay tribute to Shimon Peres
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Description: The funeral of Shimon Peres, who passed away Wednesday at 93, brought together delegations from 75 countries -- even those with a bitter history of war. After shaking hands with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu eulogized his former rival as a "great man." Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama also spoke of Peres' legacy. William Brangham reports.

Clip: 09/30/2016 | 3m 49s

The funeral of Shimon Peres, who passed away Wednesday at 93, brought together delegations from 75 countries -- even those with a bitter history of war. After shaking hands with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu eulogized his former rival as a "great man." Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama also spoke of Peres' legacy. William Brangham reports.

Aired: 09/30/16

Expired: 10/30/16

Rating: NR

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