Prime minister of Israel. Became acting prime minister on 4 January
2006; powers were transferred from prime minister Ariel Sharon after Sharon
failed to recover from a severe stroke. Became prime minister following
elections held on 28 March 2006.
Israel's Minister of Minorities (1988-1990), Minister of Health
(1990-1992), Minister of Industry, Trade and Labour (2003-2006) &
Minister of Treasury (2005-2006).
Mayor of Jerusalem (1993-2003)
Has four biological children, two daughters and two sons, and an
adopted daughter.