Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ignored his health condition and headed to the Parliament (Knesset) to vote on an important bill. Netanyahu, 75, recently underwent prostate surgery, after which doctors advised him to take rest. Despite this, Netanyahu hurriedly took leave from the hospital to participate in the debate on the war spending bill.
Reason for Netanyahu’s panic
The reason for Netanyahu’s haste is a proposed bill for the 2025 budget and war spending, on which there is no full consensus within his coalition government. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir opposed the bill, saying it would harm the police force and accused Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich of not negotiating the budget.
Ignoring doctors’ advice
According to Hadassah Medical Center spokeswoman Hadar Elboim, doctors advised Netanyahu not to leave the hospital. Despite this, the Prime Minister decided to reach Parliament. His personal doctor attended him, and it was reported that Netanyahu would return to the hospital after the vote.
Global discussion on age and health issues
Netanyahu joins elderly leaders like US President Joe Biden (82), President-elect Donald Trump (78), Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (79) and Pope Francis (88) who are leaving the country due to their age and health issues. The reasons are under discussion.