BBC World4/24/2026Politics
Israeli PM Netanyahu Says Tumor Removed, Reports Excellent Health After Delay Over Iran Tensions
Malignant tumor discovered during routine monitoring following prostate surgery; publication delayed until after US-Israel operations against Iran
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- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the removal of a malignant prostate tumor discovered during routine monitoring, stating he is in excellent physical condition.
- The tumor, less than a centimetre in size, was found during follow-up after surgery for an enlarged benign prostate approximately 18 months ago.
- Netanyahu requested delaying publication to avoid the height of US-Israel operations against Iran, citing concerns Tehran would spread propaganda.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the removal of a malignant prostate tumor discovered during routine monitoring, stating he is in excellent physical condition. The tumor, less than a centimetre in size, was found during follow-up after surgery for an enlarged benign prostate approximately 18 months ago. Netanyahu requested delaying publication to avoid the height of US-Israel operations against Iran, citing concerns Tehran would spread propaganda.
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