Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Friday that he had been treated for early-stage prostate cancer, adding that he is now "in excellent physical condition."
In a post on X, the 76-year-old leader said that during a routine checkup following surgery for an enlarged benign prostate in 2024, doctors discovered a "tiny spot of less than a centimetre" that was malignant. He said the treatment "removed the problem and left no trace of it."
Netanyahu explained that he requested to delay the publication of his health record to avoid it being released at the height of the conflict with Iran, fearing Tehran would use it for propaganda. He stated, "I had a minor medical issue with my prostate that was completely treated. Thank God, it's behind me."
The prime minister emphasized the importance of early intervention, saying, "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."
This announcement comes as Netanyahu is scheduled to visit the White House in the coming weeks for talks aimed at brokering a lasting peace deal regarding the war with Iran. Additionally, Israel's ceasefire agreement with Lebanon, following fighting with Iran-backed Hezbollah, has been extended by three weeks.