Ehud Olmert

Abbas admits: 'I rejected Israeli offer of PA state'

Abbas tells Israel TV that he turned down flat an offer by Olmert for a state on the equivalent of 99.5% of Judea and Samaria.

Ehud Olmert Sentenced to 8 Months in Talansky Affair

Former prime minister given more jail time and a hefty fine for his part in massive corruption scandal.

IPS Begins Preparations for Olmert Prison Sentence

Israeli Prison Service debating possible locations, whether Olmert can have a cellmate.

Olmert's Former Friend: He Had to be Convicted

Journalist Dan Margalit says if court hadn't found former PM guilty of corruption there would have been an 'earthquake' in Israel.

Corruption case drama

Ehud Olmert Found Guilty over Talansky Affair

Ex-PM found guilty of fraud and breach of trust after new evidence disproves his version of events.

Likud MKs: Left, Media 'Using' Comptroller to Make PM Look Bad

A report on housing set to be released soon by Comptroller Yosef Shapira is 'unnecessary' and 'cynical,' according to Likud MKs.

Hezbollah Reportedly Planned to Assassinate Ehud Olmert

Arabic report reveals Hezbollah sought to kill then-PM in response to killing of Imad Mughniyeh, but Israeli agent foiled the plan.

Netanyahu: I Didn't Promise Bennett Anything

In an interview, PM Netanyahu denies offering Bennett the Defense Ministry, blames Olmert and Lapid for housing crisis.

Olmert Aide to be Released from Jail Early

Shula Zaken's 11-month sentence as part of a plea bargain incriminating Olmert to be shortened by two-thirds.

Law Would Keep Crooked Politicians At Bay for 14 Years

Proposed bill: politicians convicted of offenses involving 'moral turpitude' will be banned from holding office for 14 years instead of 7.

Olmert to be Questioned Over 'Barak Takes Bribes' Tape

Police to summon former PM over his remarks to close aide that former Defense Minister "takes millions in bribes".

Olmert Told Aide that Barak 'is Taking Millions in Bribes'

In new recordings published on Channel 10, former PM is heard telling Shula Zaken that Ehud Barak took millions in bribes.

Damning Olmert Recordings Played in Holyland Corruption Trial

'Take the blame on yourself...he'll murder you,' Olmert is heard saying; corruption evidence grows as former aid takes stand.

Police Recommend Indicting Olmert

Former PM's legal troubles continue, as police recommend he be indicted on charges of obstruction of justice and witness tampering.

Holyland Judge Stands By Harsh Language Against Olmert

Judge David Rosen says he stands behind the harsh language he used to describe former PM's crimes.

Olmert's Attorney: His Rights Were Violated

Former PM's attorney criticizes the conduct of Judge David Rosen, particularly when it came to Shula Zaken.

Shas MK: Olmert Should be Given Community Service, Not Jail Time

MK Nissim Ze’ev says that sending a former prime minister to jail gives the State of Israel a bad name.

Olmert Aid Shula Zaken Sentenced to 11 Months in Prison

Zaken granted lenient sentence as Judge David Rosen accepts plea bargain.

Prisons Service Expects Olmert 'Headache'

Former Prisons Service officer says a special wing may have to be built for Olmert, who possesses state secrets.

'Olmert's Verdict is a Lesson to Us All'

MKs begin to react to the Holyland Affair, condemning the former PM's actions - but praising Israel's fight against corruption.

Olmert Sentenced to Six Years in Prison

For the first time, a former prime minister is sentenced to prison time. Judge describes a public official who takes bribes as a 'traitor.'

Tuesday is Sentencing Day for Olmert

Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert, convicted on two counts of bribery, expected to be given prison sentence.

Olmert: I Never Took a Bribe

At sentencing hearing, former PM says he never took a bribe, vows to appeal verdict.

Prosecutors to Seek 5-7 Year Jail Term for Former PM Olmert

State prosecution sources say they are also seeking a stiff fine of more than one million shekels against disgraced former Prime Minister.

Report: Prosecution to Seek Five-Year Term for Olmert

The Prosecution will ask for a five-year prison sentence for former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert in the Holyland affair.

Peres Praises Oslo Architect 'Peace Fighter'

Peres eulogizes 'peace fighter' Pundak who was 'ready to do anything for peace'; Olmert calls him 'man of justice, most realistic Israeli.'

Olmert to be Questioned Next Week

Police officials say former Prime Minister will be summoned next week for questioning over suspicions of obstruction of justice.

Police Move Ahead with New Olmert Investigation

Shula Zaken summoned for questioning in obstruction of justice investigation against former PM.

Olmert's Lawyer Blames the Media

Attorney Eli Zohar says the media “judges defendants in the town square”.

Looking Back at Olmertia

Expert: It Could be Years Before Olmert Goes to Prison

Professor Suzie Navot says that Olmert will appeal his bribery conviction and that this process can take years.

Olmert, Harvard, the Best, the Brightest

Barkat: 'Sunshine' is the Best Antidote to Corruption

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat is the heir of an odd legacy: The people who preceded him in office are both convicted felons.

Corruption Convictions

Bennett: Israel Less Corrupt, More Jewish After Olmert Decision

The conviction of Ehud Olmert has a silver lining, says Economics Minister Naftali Bennett - it will make Israel more moral and more Jewish.

Peres: Olmert Conviction 'A Sad Day for Israel'

On a visit to Austria Monday, Shimon Peres discussed with Austria's Heinz Fischer Iran, the peace process - and Ehud Olmert.

Judge Won't Let Olmert Aide Off The Hook Lightly

Judge Rosen rejects request to lighten punishment of former Olmert bureau chief in Holyland corruption trial, demands better reasons.

Olmert Conviction: Cause for Celebration or Cause for Concern?

Mixed responses to conviction of former Prime Minister touch upon institutionalized corruption, his political legacy.

Former Prime Minister Olmert Convicted on Bribery Charges

Bureau chief Zaken and former Jerusalem Mayor Lupolianski among nine others found guilty of taking bribes in infamous Holyland case.

Olmert Corruption Trial in Limbo Until Monday

Judge decides not to decide whether verdict to be announced as planned, leaving everyone in suspense until the morning.

Olmert to be Investigated for Obstruction of Justice

Police launch a new investigation against former PM Olmert, following new evidence turned in by his former bureau chief, Shula Zaken.

Zaken Reportedly Has Incriminating Tape Against Olmert

Former PM's bureau chief has reportedly presented police with new evidence implicating him in obstruction of justice.

Zaken Won't Testify Against Olmert

Prosecution stops talks with Shula Zaken's attorneys, cite lack of supporting evidence in her new testimony.

Zaken Edging Closer to Testifying Against Olmert

Progress in negotiations between Shula Zaken and the prosecution on her testimony against former PM.

Olmert: It's Time We Say Thank You to the Americans

Former PM blasts the MKs from the Land of Israel Lobby who made tough comments during meeting with Ambassador Shapiro.

Former Olmert Aide May Testify Against Him

Shula Zaken, who has stood by former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert for years, has changed her mind and may sign a plea bargain.

Deathbed Promise Changed Olmert Trial

Sudden change in Olmert’s former secretary linked to ‘deathbed promise’ that has now been revoked.

Arutz Sheva Interview

'I Told Sharon, My Grandchildren Will Build Samaria'

Activist Moshe Zar, who served under Ariel Sharon in IDF, relates his intimate understanding of the builder-turned-destroyer.

'Israel Cannot Get Rid of Israeli Citizens'

Finance Minister Yair Lapid attacks Liberman land swap plan, which would see Israeli-Arab communities incorporated into future PA state.

Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert Urges Deal with PA

Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert, hinting at disdain with PM, says deal would ensure both a 'Jewish Zionist state' and 'Palestinian state.'

White House: We Collect Information Like All Other Countries

White House won't respond to reports that the NSA spied on Olmert and Barak. Israeli officials: We weren't surprised.

U.S., Britain Spied on Olmert and Netanyahu

Prime Ministers Netanyahu and Olmert were among those spied upon by the NSA, according to Snowden documents.

Bennett: Diskin Wrong - History Proves It

In Facebook post, Economics Minister Naftali Bennett attacks former Shin Bet chief over public calls to withdraw from Judea and Samaria.

Officials: Olmert a 'Continuous Failure'

Officials close to Prime Minister Netanyahu hit back at former PM Ehud Olmert who said Netanyahu was "declaring war" on the U.S.

Hotovely: Olmert's Remarks 'Hutzpa of a Failed Prime Minister'

Deputy Transportation Minister attacks former PM for criticizing Netanyahu, states 'he has no idea what being Prime Minister means.'

Lapid on Israel-US Relations: 'Closeness Our Greatest Asset'

While Lapid admits in CNBC interview that nuclear deal with Iran is dangerous, he sees dispute with US over issue as temporary.

'Olmert Thinks Israel is America's Slave'

MK Tzahi Hanegbi (Likud) defends Netanyahu after ex-PM Olmert accused him of 'waging war' on Obama.

Netanyahu: I Will Not be Silent on Iran

PM responds to Olmert: "When I see that interests vital to the security of Israel's citizens are in danger, I will not be silent."

Olmert: We've Declared War on Obama Gov't

Former prime minister says 'attempts to sic Congress against the American administration' are a serious mistake.

Olmert: I Never Took a Bribe For Holyland, Or Anything Else

Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert said that he never took bribes to push ahead the construction of the Holyland housing project.

First Time: Olmert to Testify in Holyland Trial

Former Prime Minister will take the stand in corruption scandal involving luxury housing project.