Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly disclosed that he recently underwent treatment for prostate cancer following his annual medical examination. This marks the first time the long-serving leader has acknowledged a cancer diagnosis.
Diagnosis and Treatment Details
During a recent check-up, Netanyahu revealed that doctors found a malignant tumor in his prostate, measuring less than one centimeter. The Prime Minister's Office accompanied this revelation with letters from his medical team.
Key details regarding the diagnosis and treatment include:
- Nature of Finding: The tumor was described as an early detection of a very small lesion, with no evidence of metastasis.
- Procedure: Netanyahu underwent targeted radiation therapy, which he stated has now been completed.
- Initial Surgery: Previously, the Prime Minister's Office had publicly reported that Netanyahu underwent surgery for an enlarged prostate in December 2024.
Netanyahu's Statement and Timing
In a social media statement, Netanyahu stated, “Thank God, I am healthy. I had a minor medical issue with my prostate that was completely treated.”
He also addressed the timing of the disclosure, explaining that he delayed releasing his annual medical report—which contained the cancer diagnosis—for two months. According to Netanyahu, this delay was a strategic decision intended to prevent Iran from using the medical information as propaganda.
