Netanyahu Prostate Surgery Ends ‘Successfully,’ His Office Says
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Netanyahu Recovering After Successful Prostate Surgery
Above: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference in Jerusalem on Dec. 9, 2024. Image copyright: MAYA ALLERUZZO/Contributor/POOL/AFP via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
Benjamin Netanyahu's medical procedure has been successful, and should not raise any alarm over his health because his prostate condition is non-cancerous and quite common in men his age. Once fully recovered, the Israeli prime minister will be back to lead the country.
Narrative B
It's certain that a prostate removal surgery isn't too much of a big deal, but the issue with Netanyahu is that concerns regarding his health — and for how long he would be able to lead Israel — have been mounting due to a series of medical procedures he underwent over the past years.