In a report from TASS referencing the Prime Ministry, an operation to address a hernia affected the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The update noted that the prime minister remained conscious, reported feeling well, and was moved to a recovery room following the procedure. Netanyahu expressed appreciation to the medical team at the Jerusalem hospital for their care and skill, underscoring the importance of their work during a challenging medical event.
On March 31, it was announced that Netanyahu would undergo surgery under general anesthesia. During the operation, the state’s Minister of Justice, Yariv Levin, was set to assume temporary responsibilities for state affairs and parliamentary business. The plan reflected the routine practice of ensuring continuous governance while the prime minister underwent a controlled medical procedure. The transfer of duties was framed as a standard procedural measure designed to maintain the government’s functions without interruption.
In late July, Netanyahu provided a health update after a separate cardiac procedure, explaining that his condition had stabilized and that the heart surgery had included the installation of a pacemaker. He stated that he felt well and expressed readiness to return to normal duties. The prime minister indicated intent to join colleagues in the Knesset the following morning to continue legislative work, including consideration of a judicial reform bill. By July 24, official notices confirmed that Netanyahu had been discharged from the hospital, marking the end of that hospital stay and the beginning of the recovery phase at home or in remaining medical supervision as advised.
Earlier communications touched on the broader political context surrounding Israel, including discussions about the potential timing of early elections and the ongoing situation concerning hostages. The public briefings reflected the balancing act between healthcare needs and the responsibilities of leadership during a period of national and political sensitivity, with updates issued to maintain transparency about the prime minister’s health and the government’s governance plans.