Nili Priell-Barak, Defense Minister Ehud Barak's wife, announced Wednesday that she will be closing her consulting company, Taurus, amid rumors of business improprieties.

"The company's operations have been up to all required business practices and standards," said Priell-Barak in a statement. "Since it has been made clear that appearances may prove detrimental to my partner, Ehud Barak, I have decided to close the company." (Ynet)