Olmert told reporters his comments on territorial concessions were his own opinion

Prime Minister Ehud Olmert clarified on Monday afternoon that comments he made last week to Yediot Aharonot represented only his personal views, and not those of new Kadima chair Tzipi Livni. Speaking to reporters before leaving for a 24-hour visit to Moscow, Olmert said, "The views on territorial exchange that I expressed in the interview are my views, only I am obligated by them, it was my opinion." He stressed that his comments are "not binding to Mrs. Livni," adding "I represent my opinions and only I am responsible for them."