Obama's Video Message to Israeli Presidential Conference

Susan Rice is attending the conference on behalf of the U.S. Some of what Obama said:

"I'm especially honored to send my greetings to a great statesman, the host of this conference, President Shimon Peres. His life stands as an extraordinary example of how courage and perseverance can help shape the future and turn harrowing challenges into historic opportunities," said Obama. "Shimon has also contributed to a deep and much abiding friendship between the United States and Israel."

Watch the video here.