Ex-Israeli PM Sharon's condition worsens

Former Israeli prime minister Ariel Sharon has been taken to the intensive care unit of the medical centre where he is being …

Former Israeli prime minister Ariel Sharon has been taken to the intensive care unit of the medical centre where he is being treated after his overall condition and heart function deteriorated, the Ynetwebsite reported today.

His condition is stable, Ynet said.

Mr Sharon suffered a major stroke in January, and has been in a coma since.

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