— Shimon Peres, leader of the Labor Party, was released today from Tel Hashomer Hospital after spending a quiet and restful night. He was admitted to the hospital yesterday after complaining of chest and abdominal pains. Doctors at the hospital said he was suffering from indigestion and fatigue. Peres told reporters after leaving the hospital that he would resume his normal work schedule tomorrow at the Labor Party headquarters.
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