Israel

Prime Minister Ariel Sharon will not face charges over the so-called Greek island affair, following a decision made by Attorney General Menachem Mazuz in June. Sharon's political career has come under threat on various occasions over the past two years but he has managed to escape numerous no-confidence votes and has proved more resilient than many anticipated. Although Sharon may face charges over other allegations of corruption - particularly surrounding campaign funding - his political position has been bolstered by Mazuz's

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