Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly disclosed his successful treatment for an early-stage prostate cancer. The revelation, coinciding with the release of his annual medical report, detailed the discovery of a malignant tumor, which he stated was removed without lingering effects. Netanyahu indicated he delayed the public announcement to prevent what he termed "false propaganda" from Iran amid ongoing regional conflicts.
Netanyahu's statement on X on Friday detailed that during routine medical monitoring subsequent to prostate surgery for an enlarged benign prostate, doctors identified the malignant tumor. He asserted his current physical condition to be "excellent" and that the treatment "removed the problem and left no trace of it." He had specifically requested a delay in the report's publication to avoid it coinciding with sensitive periods in Israel's conflict with Iran.
The timing of this disclosure arrives as Netanyahu is slated for upcoming visits to the White House, with the US reportedly aiming to facilitate a lasting peace accord. The Israeli leader also pointed to social media rumors circulating in March, amplified by Iranian state media, which falsely claimed his death during the conflict.
While sources differ slightly on the precise timing of the treatment itself, some reports suggest it occurred about eighteen months ago, or "two and a half months ago" according to other accounts. The treatment involved 'radiation therapy' according to the medical report.
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"When I'm given information in time about a potential danger, I want to address it immediately. This is true on the national level and also on the personal level.”Benjamin Netanyahu
This situation brings to light past instances where Netanyahu's health disclosures have faced scrutiny, including a prior incident involving a pacemaker implantation shortly after a public fainting spell. Doctors at 'Hadassah Hospital' in Jerusalem, where he was treated, confirmed an early diagnosis, noting prostate cancer's prevalence among men his age. Netanyahu has urged the public to prioritize their health and undergo regular check-ups.
