Israel’s Supreme Court today ordered Ariel Sharon’s son to hand over tapes and documents in two corruption cases, including one that allegedly also involves the prime minister.

Israeli opposition leaders demanded today that Prime Minister Ariel Sharon step down, following media reports that the state attorney is recommending he be indicted for bribe-taking.

Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon remained defiant in the face of bribery allegation insisting that the scandal will not stop him completing his term in office.

Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon remained defiant today and said he will not quit despite corruption allegations and the possibility that he might be indicted in coming weeks.

The Israeli Justice Ministry was today considering whether to indict Prime Minister Ariel Sharon for allegedly accepting bribes, forcing him to step down, after charges were brought against a close associate.