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.
Devoted fan of soccer club Beitar Jerusalem FC
Married to writer and artist Aliza Richter, who ironically is known to
be more left-leaning. She claimed to have voted for him for the first
time in 2006.