Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has revealed that he was diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer, discovered during routine medical checks.
In a post shared on X, Netanyahu said doctors identified a small malignant tumour while conducting follow-up monitoring after a previous surgery for an enlarged benign prostate.
According to him, the tumour—measuring less than a centimetre—was detected early and successfully treated.
“The treatment removed the problem and left no trace of it,” he said, adding that he is now in “excellent physical condition.”
The 76-year-old disclosed that the initial prostate surgery took place in 2024, after which he remained under regular medical supervision. It was during one of these routine check-ups that doctors detected what he described as “a tiny spot.”
“I had a minor medical issue with my prostate that was completely treated. Thank God, it’s behind me,” he said.
Netanyahu also explained that he delayed releasing his medical report to avoid its disclosure during heightened tensions involving United States, Israel, and Iran.
He said the decision was intended to prevent Tehran from using the information for “false propaganda against Israel.”
The prime minister noted that his approach to the situation was driven by a commitment to act quickly on potential risks.
“When I’m given information in time about a potential danger, I want to address it immediately,” he said, adding, “This is true on the national level and also on the personal level.”
The disclosure comes ahead of his planned visit to the White House, where discussions are expected to focus on efforts by the United States to broker a lasting peace amid ongoing tensions involving Iran.
Meanwhile, Israel’s ceasefire with Lebanon—following clashes with Iran-backed Hezbollah—has reportedly been extended by three weeks.
(BBC)
