Israeli Prime Minister Olmert is forced to resign due to financial improprieties. After being indicted and standing trial where he claims no improprieties, he is found guilty of receiving bribes while serving as Mayor of Jerusalem. In May 2014, he is sentenced to six years in jail and fined 1 million shekels ($289,000).
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