Former Israeli PM Ehud Olmert starts 19-month jail term for corruption

Описание: Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert began a 19 month jail term for corruption on Monday - making him the country's first ex-head of government to go to prison.

Before setting off for Maasiyahu Prison in central Israel in a motorcade protected by bodyguards assigned to former leaders, the 70-year-old released a video statement protesting his innocence.

"As prime minister I was responsible for the security of the citizens of the state of Israel. At this time, I find it important to say, on…
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