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Netanyahu discloses prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, 76, disclosed that he quietly underwent treatment for prostate cancer after publicizing the results of his annual medical examination on Friday, saying he is “in excellent physical condition.”
TL;DR
- Benjamin Netanyahu revealed a diagnosis of early-stage prostate cancer.
- He underwent targeted radiation therapy for the condition.
- The treatment was successful, and the 'spot disappeared completely,' according to Netanyahu.
- He chose to delay the public disclosure of his diagnosis for strategic reasons related to the Iran war.
- Netanyahu underwent surgery for an enlarged prostate in December 2024, which was publicly disclosed at the time.