Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu underwent successful surgery to have his prostate removed due to a urinary tract infection caused by an enlargement of his prostate. The surgery, which took place on Sunday, was reported to have gone smoothly without any complications. Netanyahu woke up from the anesthesia in good condition and was fully conscious. He was transferred to a secure underground recovery unit and is expected to remain in the hospital for observation in the coming days. The Israeli leader has had multiple health procedures over the past two years, including hernia surgery and the implantation of a pacemaker.
In March, Netanyahu underwent hernia surgery under full anesthesia, during which Deputy Prime Minister Yariv Levin temporarily assumed his role. Prior to the recent prostate surgery, Netanyahu had been hospitalized for dehydration in July 2023 after visiting the Sea of Galilee without water or sun protection during a heatwave. Following the dehydration episode, doctors implanted a pacemaker to regulate his heart rate and rhythm. Netanyahu, who is 75 years old, said that a monitoring device had indicated the need for a pacemaker. Despite these health issues, he has continued to testify in a corruption case in Israel and has been leading the Israel Defense Forces in targeting Iranian terrorists and their proxies in the Middle East.
The recent surgery came as Netanyahu continues to testify in a corruption case against him in Israel, with plans to continue testifying in the new year. In addition to his legal issues, Netanyahu is also leading the Israel Defense Forces in operations across the Middle East, targeting Iranian terrorists and their proxies. The IDF recently launched strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen, hitting Sanaa International Airport and Houthi infrastructure in various ports. Netanyahu’s health issues have not slowed down his involvement in national and regional matters, with the Israeli leader balancing medical treatment with ongoing responsibilities as Prime Minister and IDF leader. Netanyahu expressed gratitude to the medical team that performed the recent surgery and has expressed confidence in his recovery and ability to continue fulfilling his duties.
Netanyahu’s recent surgery to remove his prostate, following complications from a urinary tract infection, marks another health procedure for the 75-year-old Israeli Prime Minister. Despite facing a series of health issues over the past two years, including hernia surgery and the implantation of a pacemaker, Netanyahu has continued to carry out his responsibilities as a political leader and military commander. The surgery was deemed successful, with Netanyahu waking up from anesthesia in good condition and expected to recover in the hospital for several days. As Netanyahu continues to navigate legal challenges, including a corruption case, and lead the Israel Defense Forces in targeting Iranian terrorists and their proxies, the recent surgery is a reminder of the pressures facing the long-serving Israeli leader.
