Netanyahu Scheduled for Prostate Surgery Amid Escalating Conflict

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will have surgery on Sunday to remove his prostate after being diagnosed with a urinary tract infection. This announcement comes during a period of heightened conflict in Israel and complicates Netanyahu's ongoing legal battles and health history.

Netanyahu was diagnosed with the infection, attributed to a benign enlargement of the prostate, after being examined at Hadassah Hospital. His medical team has reportedly prescribed a successful antibiotic treatment prior to the surgery. At 75, Netanyahu's health has recently been challenged; earlier this year, he underwent hernia surgery and had a pacemaker fitted after experiencing fainting episodes due to heart irregularities.

This latest health complication arises amid Israel's military operations in response to attacks from Iranian-backed Houthis and ongoing conflicts with Hamas in Gaza, as well as tensions with Hezbollah in Lebanon and attacks in Syria. Furthermore, Netanyahu is embroiled in a corruption trial, facing accusations of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust that have led to significant political turbulence within the country.

As he prepares for surgery, Israel continues to manage multifaceted conflicts, with both domestic and international scrutiny directed at his leadership during these trying times.