The photo above comes from a recent Israeli newspaper story suggesting that Mayor Bloomberg is looking to buy "a luxurious penthouse in the "Jerusalem of Gold" project on Rabbi Akiva Street." The New York Sun, monitor of all things Jew-related, reports this morning that the story is untrue; Bloomberg isn't considering buying any property in Israel. And the original article leaves room for the rowback:

When asked about the Bloomberg deal, the developers replied, "There have been negotiations with an American high-ranking political figure regarding the purchase of an apartment in the project. If the deal is signed and the property owner wishes us to do so, we will give a thorough update."

If you're anything like us, right now you're thinking, "Please be Koch, please be Koch."

Bloomberg Isn't Buying, but Israel Property Uses Him in Its Sales Promotion Effort [NYS]
New York mayor's new property in Jerusalem [Developer website]