Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu disclosed on Friday that he has been treated for prostate cancer, marking his first public acknowledgment of the diagnosis. He revealed that he had surgery approximately 18 months ago and underwent radiation therapy for a small tumor at Hadassah Hospital in Jerusalem two and a half months ago. Netanyahu, aged 76, chose to delay the announcement to avoid misinformation during the ongoing war with Iran, stating he wanted to prevent 'false propaganda against Israel.' Despite the diagnosis, he assured the public that he is healthy and described the tumor as a 'minor medical issue.' The director of Hadassah Hospital’s oncology unit confirmed that the cancer was diagnosed at an early stage and has since disappeared based on recent tests. Netanyahu's health has been under scrutiny, particularly during the conflict with Iran, where false claims about his death circulated, including on Iranian state media. His past health disclosures have also faced criticism, particularly regarding the timing of revealing his heart condition.