On Friday, Benjamin Netanyahu shared that he had been treated for prostate cancer, revealing this alongside his annual medical report.
The 76-year-old stated he delayed the release for about two months to prevent Iran from using the information for propaganda purposes.
Netanyahu, who is Israel’s longest-serving prime minister, underwent surgery in December 2024 for an enlarged prostate, a fact his office confirmed at the time. During a follow-up visit, doctors discovered a malignant tumor under one centimeter in size, which the prime minister announced via social media.
His office also provided letters from medical professionals detailing his condition. One letter assured that the cancerous lesions were small and had not spread, as verified by all other tests.
While the prime minister did not disclose the specific date of the diagnosis, a source indicated to CNN that it had been identified months earlier. Netanyahu started targeted radiation therapy approximately two and a half months ago and has since concluded his treatment.
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He expressed relief over his recovery, stating, “Thank God, I am healthy. I had a minor medical issue with my prostate that was completely treated.”
