Monday, December 30, 2024 - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is awake and in good condition following a successful prostate removal surgery, according to a statement from his office late Sunday evening.
The procedure was performed at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem, and
the premier has been moved to a fortified underground recovery ward.
“The surgery ended successfully without complications,” the Prime
Minister’s Office said. “The prime minister has woken up, is in good condition
and is completely conscious.”
Netanyahu, 75, is expected to remain under observation for several days
in the specialized recovery ward due to heightened security concerns amid
ongoing regional tensions.
The operation, performed under full anesthesia, was scheduled after
doctors identified a urinary tract infection caused by a benign enlargement of
the prostate. The surgical team, led by urology department head Prof. Ofer
Gofrit, reported that the procedure “went as planned.”
During the operation, Justice Minister Yariv Levin temporarily assumed
the role of acting prime minister, while Defense Minister Israel Katz was
authorized to convene the security cabinet if necessary.
Netanyahu has faced several health issues in recent years, including
surgery for a hernia in March, the installation of a pacemaker last year, and a
hospital visit due to dehydration.
Despite these challenges, he has sought to maintain an image of
vitality, boasting of his ability to work 18-hour days during his ongoing
corruption trial.
The prime minister’s trial, where he faces charges of fraud, breach of
trust, and bribery, is set to resume on January 6, 2025. His defense lawyer
requested the postponement of upcoming hearings due to his recovery.
Netanyahu denies the charges, claiming they are part of a politically
motivated campaign against him.
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