Israel PM Netanyahu to be fully sedated to undergo surgery for hernia
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is to undergo hernia surgery on Sunday, his office said, noting he will be put under full anaesthesia. Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin will stand in as prime minister during the 74-year-old's operation, the premier's office said.
- Middle East
- Reuters
- Published Date: 05:50 | 31 March 2024
- Modified Date: 05:50 | 31 March 2024
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will undergo surgery on Sunday for a hernia his doctors have discovered, a statement from his office said.
The prime minister will be fully sedated after his doctors discovered the hernia "during a routine examination".
"During this time, Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin will serve as acting prime minister," the statement said.
Last year, the 74-year-old underwent surgery to have a pacemaker implanted.