Ehud Olmert
Ehud Olmert is an Israeli politician and lawyer who served as the 12th Prime Minister of Israel and was the mayor of Jerusalem.
Prime Minister
September 30, 1945
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Binyamina, Palestine
Ehud Olmert, an Israeli politician and lawyer born on September 30, 1945, near Binyamina, Palestine (now in Israel), is known for his tenure as the 12th Prime Minister of Israel from 2006 to 2009 and as Jerusalem’s mayor from 1993 to 2003. Olmert’s notable contributions include advocating for a two-state solution with the Palestinians, leading Israel’s military operations during the 2006 Lebanon War, and playing a significant role in constructing the West Bank barrier. Additionally, he participated in the negotiations leading up to the Oslo Accords and held positions as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry, Trade, and Labor.