"Netanyahu, who underwent surgery 'underground', has been discharged."

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu underwent prostate surgery due to a urinary tract infection. His surgery was performed in a secure underground complex of the hospital for security reasons, given the tensions in the region.

NETANYAHU'S DEPUTY YARIV LEVIN

Israeli Justice Minister Yariv Levin served as acting prime minister while Netanyahu was resting. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz took on the role of chairman of the political security cabinet.

NETANYAHU DISCHARGED

Netanyahu was discharged from the hospital after his surgery. A statement from Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital indicated that Netanyahu was discharged yesterday following his prostate surgery on December 29. The statement included, "We have a recovery process ahead of us."

HE HAD STAYED IN A PROTECTED UNDERGROUND UNIT

It was reported that after Netanyahu's surgery, he was taken to a fortified underground rescue unit against potential missile attacks.