Ezer Weizman
Israeli politician and former general
Born
June 15th, 1924
100 years ago
Died
April 24th, 2005
19 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Israel
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Born in 1924, a military officer and politician served as the 7th President of Israel from 1993 to 2000. Weizman had a notable military career in the Israel Defense Forces, participating in key conflicts including the War of Independence and the Yom Kippur War. His contributions to Israeli defense strategy were significant, and he held various positions including Chief of Staff of the Air Force. After retiring from the military, transitioned to politics, playing a crucial role in peace negotiations with the Palestinians and fostering relations with other nations. His presidency focused on reconciliation and diplomacy, emphasizing peace initiatives.
Served as the 7th President of Israel
Chief of Staff of the Israel Air Force
Instrumental in Israeli-Palestinian peace talks
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