British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is resting after a brief routine operation in a London hospital, and Downing Street confirms he is in a calm condition this Monday.
The prime minister arrived at the hospital around 6:00 in the morning, and the procedure was completed early in the day. He rejoined the prime ministerial residence shortly after 10 o’clock, a government statement notes, marking a steady start to the week.
In Johnson’s absence, deputy prime minister Dominic Raab will take on critical responsibilities. Officials indicate that Johnson will participate in key decisions before resuming full duties, with a cabinet meeting anticipated on Tuesday to set the agenda for the government’s next steps.
The operation took place at a public hospital in London and concerned the sinuses. Johnson was placed under general anesthesia, though officials did not specify whether the procedure addressed issues linked to the health challenges he faced during the pandemic, when his COVID-19 infection led to complications and extended recovery periods. Medical experts emphasize that sinus procedures are typically straightforward and recoveries are generally swift, though every patient’s timeline can differ. The government reiterates that the prime minister is in the care of the National Health Service and that all standard safety protocols were followed, with medical teams closely monitoring his progress. (BBC, Reuters)